Grand-parenting Type 1 Diabetic
Learning to navigate the often scary world of diabetes as the grandparent of a type 1. We share our experiences, things we found that work and things that didn't work so well.
Deborah After hearing so much about the necessity of having a positive attitude I got thinking. Just “what is a positive attitude” and how does it affect Diabetes. Does the patient require a positive attitude or the people around the patient? Does it make any difference or non at all”? So let’s explore “What Is A … Read more
As a retired couple and more recently grandparents of Type 1 Diabetic grandchild we wanted to learn “How To Make Extra Cash From Home”. We wanted a little extra income to be able to help our daughter out with some of the added expenses of raising a Type 1 Diabetic child. We thought of a … Read more
Once we found out about our grandson having Type 1 Diabetes we asked about the necessity of a Medical Alert Bracelet or Necklace. We also wondered if a Medical Alert Bracelet was available to hold up against kids’ rough activities to ensure they continue to wear it. So I did some searching and thought I … Read more
As a grandmother who enjoys many crafts, it was important to me to share my favorite kids’ craft ideas with my grandchildren. Making various crafts is a fun way to encourage creativity and imagination in your grandchild’s mind. It is also a great way to pass the time on a rainy or snowy day. We … Read more
I came across this fun Jewellery Making Bead Kit so had to try it out with the grand-kids. We had a lot of fun. Let me tell you about my experience with this kit. Since my site is about grand-parenting a Type 1 Diabetic you might be wondering what making jewellery has to do with … Read more
I am always on the lookout for fun craft projects to do with the grand-kids. Let me tell you about this “Birdhouse Craft Bundle” we had so much fun with. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Product – Birdhouse Craft Bundle Price – $49.99 Where to Buy – Click here to purchase … Read more
Our five-year-old grandson was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in June. It is now January and we finally had that coveted sleepover. Before his diagnosis, this was something we enjoyed frequently. We would often have Alex and his two older sisters over for the night or even the weekend at times. Type 1 Diabetes put … Read more
Now that our grandson has been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes I am faced with the challenge of learning to cook for him. Cooking for Type 1 Diabetes poses a unique problem. I prefer not to create separate healthy diabetic meals for him and something traditional for the rest of us. I set out to find easy … Read more
I must admit I found the topic of Diabetic Ketoacidosis to be the scariest. I believe the biggest reason for this was my lack of understanding. I know it is a very serious and life-threatening complication of Type 1 Diabetes but I was totally unaware of how to prevent it. I must say learning the … Read more
I needed to know What’s the difference between Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes. I knew my mother was Diabetic but I had no idea there were different types of Diabetes. Last June when my grandson was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes I set out to learn the difference. Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes … Read more