jasperc said:
After 8 days in hospital it's home tomorrow to face the reality of diabetes for my 9 year old and I'm terrified
Feel overwhelmed with the thought of coping with injections and measuring insulin on my own..... Help......
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Hello .
Hope you are all okay / back home safe
Please dont worry or panic alone .
The fantastic parents and younger members here will give you lots of support .
Just ask any question you feel or need to ...
Someone will pop along and help support you and your 9 year old.
We understand how scary and alone you can feel with this...
Please be reassured that others understand and 'know' how things can be for you both.
Your 9year old will suprise you - showing remarkable skills and tollerance as time go's by ...
It will never take away a mother's worry or concerns for your precious child .
Life will be a learning curve with the diabetes now , you will 'both' adapt quickly and find
your way
to cope very well .
As one poster already says it 'will' become second nature to you both .
Hope you both enjoy being back home today - as home 'is' where the heart is :thumbup:
I know there is much to take in and remember, loads to get to grips with...
It will soon begin to make sense and become part of your daily/night routines.
Much love and thoughts to you both.
Anna.