On January 28th, my family got some news that changed our lives forever. After noticing some signs that were concerning (more about that in this post), my 4-year-old son was sent to the ER with a blood glucose level of 510. That's very high, in case you were wondering. Shortly after we were admitted to the hospital, it was confirmed that my son has Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Initial feelings. I'm torn. On one hand, I'm relieved. T1D is a totally manageable and livable diagnosis. T1D ...
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How I found out my child had Type 1 diabetes: Signs and Symptoms you may not know about
**I think it's important to make the disclaimer that I am NOT a medical professional. Everything I share here is told through the lens and experience of a parent, and parent only. PLEASE consult your own medical professional if you have any concerns regarding your own child or yourself. I'm one of the lucky ones. I know, it's funny to say that because my child was just diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the young age of 4-years-old. But I am lucky. Why? Because we caught it early enough ...
I Sparked Joy in my Pantry!
I've been going through my house, room by room, closet by closet and organizing everything. I've realized that clutter and messes often trigger my anxiety. It's that inner-clutter / outer-clutter thing (so says my therapist). Anywho, today was pantry day. I did it without the help of a professional organizer, and I am so dang proud of myself, and I feel so much lighter. She's a real beaut. Step 1: Clear everything out of the pantry. This works with whatever area you're working on. I ...
