14 Wishes for Families Affected by DiabetesWith 425 million people living with diabetes worldwide very few families have escaped the effects of this chronic illness. Aiming to address its impact, the International Diabetes Federation has made...Bookmark for later
Tips on Supporting Family MembersFamily, the only people in this world we should expect to have our back and support us through anything. This becomes even more important once diagnosed with a chronic condition...Bookmark for later
Type 2 Diabetes Anxieties: Relationships & FamilyIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the words of our community members across various conditions...Bookmark for later
What Mindfulness Isn’t And How to Use ItRecently, I had an opportunity to listen to and be taught by a remarkable family physician, who believes that practicing mindfulness is an effective way to deal with stress and...Bookmark for later
How to Help Your Children Understand Your Life with DiabetesOne of the hardest things about living with a chronic illness like diabetes is knowing that it doesn’t just affect me. It affects the people around me—especially family. And when...Bookmark for later
Keeping Your Marriage Strong After a Diabetes DiagnosisMy husband and I began dating on October 9, 1998, during our senior year of high school. Twenty-three years later, we just celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary, and we have...Bookmark for later
Managing Type 2 Diabetes in ChildrenOver the past two decades, the incidence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) in children has been rising. It was uncommon for kids to receive a diagnosis of T2D prior to...Bookmark for later
Your Diabetes and Your FamilyDoes your family take an active role when it comes to your diabetes? Does your spouse, partner, child, sibling, or friends who are indeed family, go with you to doctor’s...Bookmark for later
This Is NOT Your Grandma’s DiabetesType 2 diabetes (T2D) can run through family lines. That's why, as a nurse Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), my first questions to those newly diagnosed are, "Does...Bookmark for later
All in the Family – Getting Buy-in on the Healthy Food and Exercise PlanGetting everyone involved in your diet and exercise plan will make a tremendous impact in your life! It’s so much easier to stick to eating plans with family support. You...Bookmark for later