Parents of Children with Type 1

A Diabetic Mother's Tale:
Christine - mom of a Type 1 diabetic son, Josh, who is 5-years-old and was diagnosed in December 2003. Her husband is also a type 1 diabetic, diagnosed at age 12. Josh has been wearing an insulin pump since Thanksgiving.

A Shot in the Dark:
Sandra – mother of a son with type 1 diabetes. Shares insightful, poignant and creative anecdotes on life as a mother of a child with diabetes. Online since March 2005.

Adventures in the land of "Di-a-bleet-eez":
I am an early childhood educator, who is currently a stay at home mom with twin boys-one of whom was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes on July 31, 2008. I am learning much about this condition, and am inspired to raise awareness, seek support, and later- give support. I am documenting our family's emotional and physical journey into the "Adventure" of having what our twins at first called "Di-a-bleet-eez".

But Wait It Gets Better:
Wife of 1. Stay at home mom of two. My son was diagnosed at 19 months with Type 1 Diabetes.

Butterfly Kisses and Bedtime Prayers:
Patti - a mother of two girls, one with diabetes, one without. 9-year-old Carylanne has had diabetes for 3 1/2 years and wears and insulin pump. She and her family currently live in Hawaii, where her father is in the Army, though they are about to rejoin civilian life in Florida. This is Supermom is looking to "share stories, ideas, concerns, and laughter."

By The Numbers
Christine, MA. I'm the mother of two children, ages 8 and 7. My son was diagnosed with Type 1 in April of 2007. This blog chronicles our lives with two working parents, two busy children, and diabetes thrown into the mix.

Candy at Midnight:
Lea, mom to Noah, NH. I am the proud mother of a 10 year old boy, Noah. Noah was diagnosed in 2005 with type 1, and started pumping with a Deltec Cozmo a year and a half later. I blog to raise awareness about type 1, to help other parents trying to adjust to life as a "new D- parent", and as a way to vent the usual frustrations of life. Write it all down...it fades and you start fresh.

Challenge Diabetes:
Kevin, dad to Darby, age 8, diagnosed in May 2001 and uses an insulin pump. Lives in Dallas, Texas. Kevin is also an industry professional and principal investigator for IRB approved research. Kevin is married with two children, has climbed the Great Wall, and once served dinner to Sir Richard Harris while a waiter in college. Kevin started his blog to discuss gaps and opportunities to improve diabetes technology and to accelerate improved outcomes through team management. When there is a cure, the first thing Kevin will do is verify it.

Chrisosaurus Rex:
Chris, father to Christopher Jr.. (5), New Jersey. Christopher was diagnosed on July 25, 2004 and he wears a Minimed insulin pump. Chris is a huge Star Wars fan, cries everytime he reads something diabetes-related like Six Until Me, and is sadly preparing for the possibility of his daughter getting diabetes, which includes renaming the site to include her. Christopher loves dinosaurs and Star Wars and he is very smart and remembers everything. Chris started the blog as a way for Christopher's out-of-state grandparents to watch the children grow up, and it just shifted to the diabetes. When there is a cure, Chris is pretty sure he will pass out.

Chronic Conundrum:
Sherry, mom to Trevor, 13, North Carolina. Diagnosed in July 2005. Uses an Animas pump. Sherry is a registerd nurse, loves the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, and she cries everyday because her child has to suffer with diabetes. Trevor is a field goal kicker for his youth football team, he is a gifted and talented student and he has his first girlfriend. Sherry started her blog because she is looking to find support and also share support. When there is a cure, the first thing she plans to do is throw a party.

DanielDoo:
Vivian, mom to Daniel (7), Tennessee. Daniel was diagnosed on Jan. 26, 2005. He is on Lantus and Novolog. Vivian has 3 great kids, wants to make a difference and hates diabetes and MS. Daniel is very cute, very smart and is a great kid. Vivian started her blog so she wouldn't feel alone. When there is a cure, the first thing she will do is cry.

Diabetes and Other Stuff:
I am the Father of 4, including Aaron, who was diagnosed at 11 months with type 1 diabetes. Aaron is now 9 and has been pumping since he was 4. We hope to get a continous glucose moniter next year.

Diabetes Dad:
DiabetesDad - father to Tori, who was diagnosed at age 3. Uses this blog to vent, gather and share information about diabetes.

Diabetes Self-Care: Balance for Families Living with Diabetes:
Wendy, 37, mom to Ruby, 6, Texas. Ruby was diagnosed in August 2003 and uses an insulin pump. Wendy loves to lay around in her hammock, is jealous of her sister who lives in Maui, and loves to kiss Ruby 4,000 times a day. Ruby often sneaks into the kitchen to weight her snacks, claims a peanut butter allergy to avoid eating it, and she sings all the time. Wendy started this blog when she entered the Navigator trial and also wants to share thoughts about diabetes and life balance for families living with diabetes. When there is a cure, Wendy wants to sleep soundly through the night and the following day. Ruby wants to throw all her pump stuff away, especially the infusion set inserter.

Diabetes Sweeties:
Hi, I'm Jill and this blog is for me to share my personal experiences as the mother of a Type 1 daughter living with diabetes. Kacey was diagnosed on July 15, 2008 at the age of 8. I look forward to sharing my experiences here and getting the support from others going through the same things. I also have another daughter, Kayleigh, who is 14 and has been tested for T1 and not showing any signs.

G Family of 4:
Shannon, mom to Sammy, 5, Michigan. Diagnosed October 15, 2002. Uses an insulin pump. Shannon hates coconut, loves heavy metal and is short. Sammy has a dimple on his left cheek, he is left-handed, and he is the love of Shannon's life. Shannon started her blog because she loves to write about her family. When there is a cure, the first thing she will do is thank God.

Hayleigh's Health Journal:
Kristi, mother of Hayleigh, 6, Arizona.Hayleigh was diagnosed on February 18, 2005 and uses Lantus and Novolog. Kristi is the mother of 4 kids whom she homeschools and she desperate wants a cure for diabetes. Hayleigh has other health problems besides type 1 diabetes, she is a very sweet child and Kristi says Hayleigh is "stronger than I will ever be." Kristi started the blog to update friends and family on her health issues and to meet other people going througha similar situation. When there is a cure, Kristi plans to throw a huge party and let Hayleigh eat anything she wants.

Herman’s Head:
Dee – 34 year old father of a 3-year-old with diabetes, lives in suburban D.C. Shares amusing and touching anecdotes of life.

Hi Lili Hi Lo:
Michelle, mom to Lili, 7, Portland, Oregon. Diagnosed June 2006 and uses insulin injections and thyroid pills. Michelle is a stay at home mom who is a published children’s book author and a freelance textile designer, she loves Stumptown Coffee and is a Montessory education advocate. Lili loves figure saking, dog and Captain Jack Sparrow, her favorite book is The Meanest Dog in the World and wears flip flops in the rain. Michelle started her blog because she needed a place to cry. When there is a cure, the first thing Michelle will do is take Lily to Serendipity’s in New York City and have frozen hot chocolates.

Javalin and Steele:
FeatherIron, mom to Evangeline (9), Louisiana. Evangeline was diagnosed on Aug. 11, 1998 and she wears the pump. FeatherIron is an aspiring C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien scholar, a Christian and an artist. Evangeline loves the movies Strictly Ballroom, Wizard of Oz and the Chronicles of Narnia. FeatherIron decided to start a blog because she believes it's therapudic to journal about life and she thinks her children are very special and she wants everyone to get to know them. When there is a cure, the first thing FeatherIron will do is cry and praise God.

LA VIDA DE UNA NIÑA DIABETICA:
Luna - a 6 year old child with diabetes. Written from her parent's perspective. The entire blog is written in Spanish.

LivingWithDiabetes:
South Africa - My name is Elsa Pieterse, my son (3 and a half years) has type 1 diabetes. He was diagnosed on 23 December 2005.

Major Bedhead:
Julia, mom to Olivia (11), Massachusetts. Olivia was diagnosed Sep. 14, 1997. She wears a Minimed 715 insulin pump. Julia is usually reading three or four books at one time, is a huge Red Sox fan ("If there's a game on, I'm useless") and claims she can check blood sugar in her sleep. Olivia loves "clam chowdah" and Caeser salad, misses her older brother when he's gone (but fights with him when he's home), and plays the piano. Julia started her blog so she could vent anonymously and she wanted to do what "all the cool kids are doing." When there is a cure, Julia plans to throw a big party and burn every piece of diabetes paraphanalia in the house.

Martha O’Connor:
Martha – mother of a type 1 son, diagnosed last year. Author of The Bitch Posse, includes interviews with authors and helpful advice on writing, mixed in with anecdotes of life as a mom.

Mi Hijo Tiene Diabetes:
Mariana - a mother of a Type 1 son, living in Chile. The entire blog is written in Spanish.

Mom Wants A Diabetes Cure:
Shannon, mom to Brendon (6), Southern New Hampshire. Brendon was diagnosed on Nov. 26, 2002 and wears a Cozmo pump with Novolog insulin. Shannon has a tattoo, loves to sing (even though she's tonedeaf) and is ambidextrous. Brendon can recall the color of every car of everyone he knows, takes karate lessons and his favorite food is pizza. Shannon started her blog to keep her extended family updated with her family, and also to reach out to other parents of children with diabetes. When there is a cure, the first thing Shannon will do is get Brendon cured and then throw a huge party inviting everyone they know.

Mommie Squared:
Lisa, mom to Isabelle, age 3, diagnosed on April 2, 2007 and uses Lantus and Humalog. Lives in the South. Lisa loves movies, lives for her children and would love to travel. Isabelle loves horses, has a great laugh and is an older sister. Lisa first started her blog just to have a place to talk about her children and day to day life, but diabetes is now a big part of everyday life. The first thing Lisa will do when there is a cure is dance in the street and call everyone that she knows.

My Son Has Diabetes:
Penny, mom to Riley (3 1/2), North Carolina. Riley was diagnosed Oct. 6, 2005 and is on Lantus (but was just approved to get an Animas pump!). Penny's favorite band is Aerosmith, she is a home health nurse, and her favorite baseball team is the Chicago Cubs. Riley is the cutest little boy ("EVER"), he has a stuffed dog named Peanuts that he takes with him everywhere, and his favorite TV show is Spongebob Squarepants. Penny started her blog to help other moms who are raising a child with diabetes. When there is a cure, Penny will thank God, cry, throw a huge party, and then cry some more.

My Wild and Precious Life:
Naomi, mom to Daniel. My 15 year old son has type 1 diabetes & celiac, and he was diagnosed in 2007. We are on quite a journey!

The Nefariouspoo of Sarah (Diabetic Musings):
Sarah, 28, Minnesota. Mom to Gracie Ardith-Ellen, 3 ½. Diagnosed on November 2, 2006 and uses Lantus injections. Gracie loves puppies and kitties, loves to snuggle, and is in dance and gymnastics. Sarah loves to run, some people think she’s a redhead and she loves food. Sarah started her blog because she feels she has a lot to offer and even more to gain from feedback. When there is a cure, the first thing Sarah will do is go on a really long run, with planned out water and bathroom stops but no glucose and no meter.

The Olsen Family Diary:
Jamie, mom to Danielle (2), Canada. Danielle was diagnosed on July 14, 2005. She is currently on Lantus and Novo-Rapid injections. Jamie is a bit of a germophob, is a control freak and has a goofy sense of humor. Danielle is "cute, adorable and rotten to the core!" Jamie started this blog in September 2003 as a scrapbook of sorts, keeping track of the kids and to vent about various things. When there is a cure, Jamie plans to make a BIG FREAKING CAKE and let Danielle go crazy with it.

Our Crazy World:
Karondaray - a mom of two children with diabetes, a girl, Tay, 9, and a boy, Adam, 13 (in May). Lives in Florida with the kids and her husband. Is completely dedicated to finding a cure for her two kids. Online since January 2006.

Pumping Insulin:
Karen, mother of Taylor (8), Queensland, Australia. Taylor was diagnosed on Dec. 8, 2000. She has been wearing a pump since Dec. 28, 2005. Karen is a mother of 4, a redhead and loves to kiss cars! Taylor is learning to play the violin, loves to play Aussie Rules Football, and her favorite color is purple. Karen started her blog because when Taylor starting pump, Ellen (from Spread Your Wings) thought it would be a great resource for other parents thinking about starting on an insulin pump. When there is a cure, Karen plans to frame the pump.

Rubbed Eyes:
Chris, dad to Emma, 2, Manitoba, Canada. Emma was diagnosed on Sep. 29, 2006 and is on insulin. Chris loves his daughter more than anything, he is passionate about golf, and has never owned a car without rust on it. Emma is the smartest and bravest person Chris knows, she loves animas and she loves Dora the Explorer. Chris started the blog to educate family friends and passersby about diabetes and to get into contact with others living with it. He also likes to vent when he is feeling down. When there is a cure, the first thing Chris will do it cry.

Tennessee Mountain Cur
Paige, TN. Wife and mom to two. My three-year-old daughter was diagnosed with type 1 at 21 months.

Thyme moves on . . .
Amber, mom to Brenna (2.5), California. Brenna was diagnosed on August 17, 2006. Brenna uses an Animas pump and thyroid pills. Amber didn’t light a candle by herself until she was 16. She makes a great apple pie. She works very hard to be organized. Brena loves snails and slugs, believes everyone has a best friend, and loves to wear sparkly things like clothing and jewelry. Amber started her blog because she says it’s cheaper than therapy and she is able to keep in touch with her brother and his wife. When there is a cure, the first thing Amber will do is throw the BG meter into the street and then back over it with a big truck. Or she’ll turn the pump and meter into Christmas ornaments.

Time It Was...:
Kelli, mom to Evin, age 4. Diagnosed on February 27, 2007 and uses Lantus and Novolog. Lives in Minnesota. Kelli is a mom to boys, misses the challenges of a career but loves being a stay at home mom, and she loves all things techy. Noah is incredibly brave, loves all things Thomas the Train and has a need for speed. Kelli started the blog to share their experiences, especially with the Omnipod since it doesn't seem many kids use it. Kelli hasn't given much thought to the cure since they are so new to diabetes, but she is sure that she will sleep all night and not worry about lows.

Until A Cure:
Jenny, mom of Tommy (1o). Tommy was diagnosed on April 4, 2005. He currently wears a Minimed pump and is one of the first children on the Guardian system. Jenny grew up with the most common first name, middle name and last name in America. She jumped into an icy Lake Michigan on January 1st, 1986 and became a member of the Polar Bear Club. She says, "There is a very tidy person buried deep inside of me-somewhere." Tommy is the only person in his family that was not born in Wisconsin. When you shorten his middle name, his name becomes Tommy Gun, a very destructive weapon. His JDRF team is named Team TommyGunn, (a powerful weapon against diabetes). He likes to listen to current hits and classic rock. Jenny and Tommy started the blog to talk about the Guardian and what they think. When there is a cure, they plan to throw a big party!

Up High ... Down Low:
Carey, father of Charlie, 4, Pennsylvania. Diagnosed in November 2003. Charlie uses a Minimed pump with Humalog. Carey likes chocolate chip mint ice cream, the New Jersey Devils and strumming the guitar in the bathroom (good acoustics, he says). Charlie loves Star Wars, is very cute and a good dancer. Carey starts the blog to rant and rave and inject some humor into his life which has become very difficult. When there is a cure, the first thing Carey will do is rent a steamroller and crush all of Charlie’s diabetes supplies with Charlie riding shotgun, while eating jelly doughbuts and blasting the Star Wars them song.

Your Diabetes May Vary:
The miscellaneous ramblings of a father of two T1 kids.