Lurker finally posting!

[Denise]

I've been lurking for a few weeks now, but decided it was time to introduce myself. My name is Denise (as you can tell by the username) and my 8 yr old daughter Molly was recently diagnosed (May 13) with Type 1 Diabetes. I am very fortunate to have a few families here in my small town who have children that are diabetic as well and so I've been relying on their experiences to help me out. I thought it might be good to join a forum so I can vent away to even MORE people who I know must understand my fears and anxieties. We live in Indiana. I have three other children who are non-diabetic...a son who is 15, and two other daughters who are 12 and 10. I am fortunate enough to work at my daughter's school in the cafeteria. We were diagnosed a week before school let out so we had a "trial run" on how things might be for next year. I'm still trying to figure out how to handle the lows and highs effectively. I am trying to pinpoint foods that seem to keep her higher than others. I long for the mornings I could wake up, hear the girls playing and roll over and sleep for a bit longer but I know I have to get up and make sure Molly's numbers are okay. :( Anyway...I am sure I'll be posting more and asking TONS of questions!

[yeswe'rebothD]

Welcome, Denise! I'm sorry you had to find us, but I'm so glad you did. You will find a ton of support here, and all these parents, just like you, long to have those sleep-in days again. You might find more 'action' over on the "Parents of Children with Type 1" forum. If you have specific questions, a post over there would get you quick answers.

Come back often!

[StillMamamia]

Hi Denise,

Love the avatar!! Huge 'Calvin & Hobbes' fan here:D

Welcome! I'm very sorry you had to join our community, but can assure you this place is wonderful for keeping your sanity through such an emotional-rollercoaster ride. You will find caring and knowledgeable people here. Please feel at ease asking any questions.
It's wonderful you have families in similar situations where you live.
If you wish, there is a Diabetes Book Club on the main area of the forums (scroll down). You'll find book suggestions, if you need some.
Are you on MDI?
How is your daughter handling all this?

Again, post any questions you'd like. They will be answered.

((HUGS))

[Denise]

My daughter is doing ok. She took the news very hard in the hospital but only cried for maybe 10 mins and then seemed to switch gears and accept things fairly fast (better than her mommy!) Her moods are a huge roller coaster at this point. Yes, we are doing MDI. At first she expressed interest in a pump as the girl she knows (who plays on her sister's soccer team has one)...but has since given it some thought and said she wants to wait. Our endo prefers to wait a bit. I didn't push the issue as I really didn't have a ton of information at the time of diagnosis. I am also fortunate enough to have my son's friend's family in my corner. His little brother was just diagnosed last August so we speak about our trials and errors. I'm amazed on how different doctors recommend we treat. We go to Riley Hospital in Indy, another child we know goes to Children's in Cincinnati. Riley recommends injections AFTER meals b/c they prefer to have the child's freedom of choosing food and not HAVING to eat things. Children's recommends (at least to this child) you inject before food so you aren't "chasing carbs". My daughter is well into her honeymoon period according to our nurse that checks on us twice weekly.

My daughter started doing her own injections about 3 weeks ago. She wants to be able to stay home with her older siblings if she wants. She is having trouble testing her own blood...sometimes needing to use the lancet device 3 times in order to get a good drop of blood. I have watched her and cannot seem to pinpoint what she is doing wrong. I am able to get it on the first try every time.

I definitely will be posting in the other sections. I am looking for book recommendations if anyone has them. Thanks!

[tiffanie1717]

Welcome. My DD (who is 4) was dx on 5/15/08 so just 2 days after yours. We went to Janet Weis Children's Hosp. in Danville, PA. There seems to be some special connection to me for people who are diagnosed at the same time as Kylie. I guess cuz we totally get where the other person is and how they are feeling. And just knowing that feels good! I come here often and hope to see you too!

[OSUMom]

Welcome Denise! Feel free to ask questions - everyone is great here - knowledgeable and friendly. :D Sorry about your daughter's diagnosis, but you have found a great site for information and support. :cwds::cwds:

[KitKat]

Hi Denise!!

Sorry about your daughter but CWD is a wonderful place to find support. I too live in Indiana, the southern half and my son goes to Riley also. My son has had diabetes for 4 years now.

Let me know if I can help you in anyway. I have a filling we are close by each other.

[Pam H]

(((Denise)))

I'm so sorry for you daughter's dx. These are a great group of folks that know what they are talking about and really care!

[Scotty's Mum]

Hi Denise and welcome. Sorry for your daughters dx. Pleased to see you've given up lurking and decided to post. You'll find great support and information here.