Newly diagnosed 7 year old son

[Gayna1608]

Hi my son was diagnosed type 1 diabetic (insulin dependant), 2 weeks ago and as I am sure you can imagine we are on a very emotional roller coaster at the moment. Any advice with anything would be very much appreciated.

 

[neamht]

our daugter was diagnosed easter this year on good friday she is 12years old we are carb counting , found it hard at first but she is geting on fine with it the wife still get upset and find it hard we let her have a sweet and zero fizz drinks this keeps her happy but all is under control and she is type 1

 

[Superchip]

Gayna welcome to the forums !

Ther are a stunning array of people on here who will rush in to help you !

You have taken the very best 1st step to real knowledge.

I'm sure that Daisy will be along soon with advice...

There are some other posters with young children similar to you.

Together we will proceed with an informed comprehension of what is happening.

Superchip