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.
Every year I have the grandkids come over and we spend an afternoon whipping up some easy holiday baking ideas. This year was no exception. I know COVID has put a damper on holiday celebrations globally. I like to try to keep things as normal as possible while still working within the government’s guidelines. Here … Read more
For many families, this year has made it essential to find inexpensive homemade Christmas gift ideas. I have found that homemade gifts are not difficult. The first thing you need to consider is what do you know how to do. What is your favourite hobby? For example, do you know how to: knit crochet make … Read more
When our grandson was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes I figured I needed a selection of “Baking Recipes for Diabetics”. Our daughter explained to us, Type 1 Diabetics don’t necessarily require a specific diet, they just need to have easy access to complete nutrition information on each recipe to calculate carbs eaten to ensure accurate … 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