Can you believe it’s already been over a month since Kay was diagnosed with diabetes?! I’m still adjusting to this new way of life and learning more every day. Fortunately, Kay is still in the honeymoon phase, which means she hasn’t needed insulin yet, as her pancreas is still producing enough insulin on its own.
The next big hurdle will be Kay returning to preschool when the new school year starts in August. I have a meeting scheduled with her school team the week before she returns, so we can review everything and make sure she is set up for success. Even though preschool is only four days a week and 2 ½ hours a day, a lot can happen during that time, especially if Kay starts needing more insulin. Thankfully, her school has always been supportive, and I’m confident this new phase of her life will be no different.
I’m grateful for how far diabetes technology has come. With Kay wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), I can quickly check her levels on my phone or receive alerts if her blood sugar gets too high or too low. This technology means fewer finger pricks for Kay, which I know she appreciates.
I also recently got a clock connected to Kay’s CGM for my nightstand. Now, I can easily check her levels at night and be alerted if they drop too low. Before getting the clock, I had to rely on my phone to wake me up, which meant I was constantly waking up during the night to check for alerts. The clock may be loud enough to startle me awake, but it’s worth it if it ensures Kay’s safety.
Here’s to navigating life with a toddler who has diabetes. We’re all just trying to take it one day at a time.