CDCES Amy Wolk wants to turn the notion of “non-compliance” on its head, and she knows how to do it. There are many reasons for “non-compliance” and it’s not always the fault of the patient. Amy offers a different way to support kids and families in their diabetes journeys.
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If your child has type 2 or you’re concerned it could develop, dietitian and diabetes educator Janice Baker offers helpful advice and practical suggestions on how you can support your kids while helping to guide them into a healthier lifestyle.
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A new school year can bring a little anxiety for both parents and kids, but if you have a child with type 1 there’s an extra layer of worry. Author Jill Berndtson shares the process she added to her back to school routine and how it helped her focus on just being a kid.
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There’s only one goal for kids heading off to camp – FUN. But the added perks at diabetes camp can have life-long effects: independence, self-esteem, and the opportunity to finally feel normal.
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Type 2 diabetes used to be called “adult onset diabetes”, but the number of children developing the disease has grown so much, nearly 25% of all new diabetes diagnoses in kids between the ages of 10 and 20 years old are now type 2.
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