Your Child With Diabetes
Understanding Your Child’s Diagnosis
Discovering that your young child has type 1 or type 2 diabetes can give rise to many emotions. You may feel angry, sad, upset, guilty, helpless or anxious, and you may worry whether you will be able to cope with the level of care your child will need every day.
Because your child is so young, you will have the responsibility for looking after his or her diabetes, which can make your job as a parent even more demanding. You are not alone, however. Many services are available to help you and your child learn more about diabetes and what you, and others who care for your child, need to do to manage the condition.
Adjusting to Diagnosis
Accept your child's diagnosis without guilt. While no one really knows what causes type 1 diabetes, we do know it is not caused by eating too much sugar and there is nothing you could have done to prevent the disease, even if you had taken your child to see the doctor sooner.
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- » Tips for parent and caregivers
- » Building confidence and routine
- » Supporting your child every step of the way
Helpful Tips for Parents & Caregivers
Get expert tips and practical guidance for parents and caregivers to help manage diabetes effectively, maintain healthy routines, and support better daily care.
Talk Openly
Encourage your child to expresstheir feelings and listen with empathy.
Create Routine
Daily routines help manage diabetes and reduce stress.
Healthy Habits
Balanced meals, activity and sleepplay a big role in well-being
Involve your Child
Teach them at their level and involve them in decisions