by Sabrina Garibian posted in Parenting

If your child was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes you have to become accustomed to daily monitoring and care as well as to worrying about your child's sugar levels on an hourly basis -- even during the night. As you help your child face this difficult and scary new world, you may be looking for support too.
I've learned a lot about Type 1 diabetes (T1D), as my niece was just recently diagnosed , and one of the first things I've learned is how hard the disease can be on loved ones.

 
So with that in mind:
3 practical things to try when your child has Type 1 diabetes
1. Act early. 
One of the most important pieces of the puzzle for Type 1 diabetes is recognizing the symptoms. Extreme thirst or hunger, peeing through diapers or using the bathroom a lot, crankiness, and weight loss can all be symptoms of T1D. Being educated about Type 1 diabetes and getting treatment early are important keys in managing it. 2. Look into clinical trials.
Medicine and research for T1D have progressed, but there's no cure yet. Clinical trials can help researchers understand if an medicine being investigated works, is safe, and can improve the quality of life for a patient. Looking for potential clinical trials is one way you can help the cause. If you want to know more, BabyCenter has information on clinical trials for children and families.
3. Find support. 
The moms on the BabyCenter community group Children with T1 Diabetes can be s...