Hi there, my daughter was diagnosed with T1 in January at 2 years and 4 months. I am also T1 so understand a fair bit already but am struggling with the toddler aspect. So far we are dosing her insulin after meals with agreement from her specialist nurse so we don't give her insulin for food she decides she doesn't want to eat.
But does anyone have any experience of trying to feed a toddler with diabetes who regularly doesn't want to eat carbs!? Bread is often a no-no. Ditto crumpets, crackers, savoury muffins, bread buns, bagels, paninis, chips, potato waffles, potato smiles, mashed potato, rice or pasta. Breadsticks are currently acceptable but don't feel like a meal!!
I don't want to just give her carbs from crisps, biscuits, cake, fruit and breadsticks! Our hospital dietitian really doesn't seem to have experience with fussy toddlers either.
Any help, suggestions or experience appreciated, thanks.
But does anyone have any experience of trying to feed a toddler with diabetes who regularly doesn't want to eat carbs!? Bread is often a no-no. Ditto crumpets, crackers, savoury muffins, bread buns, bagels, paninis, chips, potato waffles, potato smiles, mashed potato, rice or pasta. Breadsticks are currently acceptable but don't feel like a meal!!
I don't want to just give her carbs from crisps, biscuits, cake, fruit and breadsticks! Our hospital dietitian really doesn't seem to have experience with fussy toddlers either.
Any help, suggestions or experience appreciated, thanks.