Jacques’s other health issues

I thought I’d update you a bit on Jacques’s other health issues.
Along with the type 1 diabetes he also has cfc syndrome.  This stands for Cardio-facio-cutaneous syndrome. You can read more about this syndrome at www.cfcsyndrome.org.
What is Cardiofaciocutaneous [...]

Type 1 Diabetes – blessing in disguise?

Now I know many people reading this heading will think I’ve gone mad.  Dont get me wrong, I would not wish this disease on anyone, but some good has come from it.
I will admit that before Jacques was diagnosed, we werent living the most healthy lifestyle.  But since his diagnosis this had to change, whether we [...]

Let’s start at the beginning

Our diabetes journey started in December 2005, over christmas.  We were on vacation and Jacques started to act funny.  I’m sure many of you will be able to identify with the next part of the story.  He seemed to be thirsty the whole time, no matter how much he drank it just couldnt quench his [...]

Diabetes and school

Hi everyone,
Just thought I’d post my first comment.  I was wondering how other parents with young diabetic children was experiencing sending their children to pre-school.  I am absolutely terrified at the prospect.  My main concern is that the teacher will not know what to do if a problem arises with his blood sugar, i.e high or low.