Published Aug 10, 2022

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Dive into the world of parenting a teenager with type 1 diabetes as Ali reveals her journey balancing community support and diabetes management, sharing insights on fostering independence and the practicalities of devices like Dexcom and Omnipod.

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Community SupportAli discusses the profound impact of online and local communities on her family's experience with type 1 diabetes. She highlights the support and resources these networks provide, which have been instrumental in managing her son's condition.

Community Support

Parenting InsightsAli shares her experience as a mother of a teenager with type 1 diabetes preparing to live abroad. She discusses the challenges of encouraging independence while ensuring effective diabetes management.

Parenting Insights

Diabetes ManagementAli discusses the complexities of managing her son's type 1 diabetes, focusing on carb counting, pre-bolus challenges, and the use of devices like Dexcom and Omnipod. She shares insights into the practical difficulties and strategies for effective diabetes management.

Diabetes Management

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