Hello Heather, i also was 4 when i became a type 1 but that was 54 years ago, and i also have seen many changes over the years, not always been a fan of the human insulin though i was one of the first in Australia to have to go onto 4 injections a day, because i happened to be different to the norm so my diabetic doctors told me, but now since being put on to Levemir and Nova rapid generally have better control than i ever have, and now taking far less insulin as well. You occasionally get little annoying surprises though, Just came out of hospital after a bladder operation and it has taken me 3 weeks to get back to normal i was shocked that it took me that long. nice to read and chat to you all keep well and keep looking forward because you can not change you past.
Good Luck
Best Regards
Toby
PS make each decision the right one for you [self management]