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<blockquote data-quote="azure" data-source="post: 1016353" data-attributes="member: 39639"><p>Hi <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>I'm moving this to the Parents Section for you but in the meantime you could have a read around the forum. </p><p></p><p>I'm a parent but none of my children have Type 1 - just me. However, that doesn't mean I don't worry sometimes about them getting it. Like you, night time hypos would be my main concern.</p><p></p><p>My advice is firstly to speak to your daughter's diabetes team and let them know your concerns. They should be able to provide advice and reassurance.</p><p></p><p>The only thing you can do in the meantime is set alarms to check his sugar during the night. I don't know if you'd feel happier having him sleeping in your bedroom these early days? That might help you relax a little.</p><p></p><p>Long term, you may want to look into an insulin pump (there's a section here on the forum about them). These allow insulin needs of each person to be met far more accurately and can reduce the risk of hypos. I have mine because of nighttime hypos. You may also want to look into a CGM (continuous glucose monitor) which would help you peace of mind.</p><p></p><p>If you can tell us about your son's insulin regime that might help get more advice eg how many injections does he have. Also, do you count carbs?</p><p></p><p>Finally, don't panic and don't think the bad things you've read are common. It's early days. You'll get a grip on this <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>Best wishes to you and your son.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="azure, post: 1016353, member: 39639"] Hi :) I'm moving this to the Parents Section for you but in the meantime you could have a read around the forum. I'm a parent but none of my children have Type 1 - just me. However, that doesn't mean I don't worry sometimes about them getting it. Like you, night time hypos would be my main concern. My advice is firstly to speak to your daughter's diabetes team and let them know your concerns. They should be able to provide advice and reassurance. The only thing you can do in the meantime is set alarms to check his sugar during the night. I don't know if you'd feel happier having him sleeping in your bedroom these early days? That might help you relax a little. Long term, you may want to look into an insulin pump (there's a section here on the forum about them). These allow insulin needs of each person to be met far more accurately and can reduce the risk of hypos. I have mine because of nighttime hypos. You may also want to look into a CGM (continuous glucose monitor) which would help you peace of mind. If you can tell us about your son's insulin regime that might help get more advice eg how many injections does he have. Also, do you count carbs? Finally, don't panic and don't think the bad things you've read are common. It's early days. You'll get a grip on this :) Best wishes to you and your son. [/QUOTE]
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