Type 1 Diabetes & School Emergency Lockdown Boxes
Emergency drills are a regular practice in schools across the United States to ensure that students and staff are prepared for various types…
National Park Service Access Pass for Individuals With Disabilities
The National Park Service offers a free lifetime pass to individuals with permanent disabilities. The America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational…
TSA Cares for Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Conditions
Traveling with a medical condition can be a unique challenge. It’s important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure a safe and…
Disney’s Disability Access Service (DAS) Pass
Disney’s Disability Access Service (DAS) is a program designed to help guests with disabilities who have difficulty waiting in regular lines. In the…
Stuck Dexcom G6 Applicator? Here is what to do
The Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a device that provides blood glucose readings without doing finger pricks. We love the technology…
Hydrocolloid Pad “Sandwich Method” For CGM/POD Skin Rash or Irritation
My son has never had skin irritation issues with his Dexcom CGM or his Omnipod Pump until very recently. His skin just started…
Type 1 Diabetes Warning Signs
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic, autoimmune disease that can express itself at any age. The body’s immune system starts attacking the beta…
What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)? Causes and Prevention
Diabetic Ketoacidosis is a serious complication where high blood glucose levels lead to a diabetic coma. DKA is a life threatening complication impacting…
Back to School After A Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis
I know first hand how nerve wracking it can be to think about sending your child back to school after a Type 1…
What’s a 504 Plan? What to Include in it?
Did you know Type 1 Diabetes is considered a disability under the Americans with Diabetes Act (ADA)?The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, section 504…