caregivers with type 1 children

A space to talk about the unique issues type 1 parents face, particularly those who have been learning to manage sharing their healthcare with a family. Not a compilation of medical news (plenty do that well already!), but a blog about the experience of diabetes and parenthood. I chose the name Sigwrstorm (sugar storm in Welsh) because it reminds me not only of the way I sometimes feel when things get overwhelming, but the world of my non-diabetic child.

I am 37, I have three beautiful kids and an awesome husband. My son has Type 1 and my husband has MS. My girls are healthy. I am very blessed.

The mission of DIABETEStalkfest is to support young adults through adults, families and friends that have been affected by diabetes.

We help to create friendships and support through the use of message boards and chat rooms.

My son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes on August 19, 2004. We've come a long way since then, and I talk about it here.