In this heartfelt episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman sits down with Megan, a fellow Type 1 Mum, to share the powerful story of her son Beau, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes just after his first birthday — while the family was already navigating his epilepsy diagnosis. Megan opens up about the early warning signs that were missed, the instinct that something wasn't right and the overwhelming emotions of managing two complex conditions at once. She also reflects on what it's been like supporting Beau through early childhood with diabetes, building confidence in decision-making and finding the support she needed as a Mum. This episode is an honest look at mother's intuition, advocacy, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up, day after day. 💡 In This Episode You'll Hear: * How Beau's epilepsy diagnosis unfolded — and how it masked early signs of diabetes * The missed clues and hospital visits leading up to Beau's Type 1 diagnosis at age 1 * The shock of managing two life-altering conditions in a baby * The emotional toll and how Megan found strength and support * Navigating early childhood diabetes — pumps, CGMs, daycare, and fussy eating * What it's like when dad also lives with Type 1 — and how the family learned together * How childcare managed Beau's care (and the gaps in training and support) * Megan's reflections on self-care, therapy and finding her community Connect further with Megan and Beau:  Instagram: @beau.t1d  [http://beau.t1d/] Further Resources:     Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/] If you'd like to share your story with our podcast listeners, please email: podcast@type1foundation.com.au

In this inspiring episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman sits down with Olly Green, an 18-year-old from Melbourne who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes during lockdown in 2020. Olly shares his powerful story — from the shock of diagnosis at age 14, navigating stigma and confidence, to finding his rhythm as an athlete and now setting an incredible goal: running 220km from Point Lonsdale to Portsea to raise awareness and funds for Type 1 Diabetes research. This is a conversation about resilience, growth, and turning challenge into motivation. Ollie's story is a must-listen for teens, parents, and anyone navigating Type 1. 💡 In This Episode You'll Hear: * Ollie's diagnosis story during lockdown — and the sudden onset of symptoms * The emotional and social challenges of being diagnosed as a teenager * How stigma and confidence played into his journey of telling others * His memorable supermarket hypo story (yes, involving an unpaid chocolate milk!) * Lessons learned managing Type 1 while playing elite-level football * The importance of routine, trial and error, and learning from mistakes * Transitioning to the Omnipod pump and how it changed his management * Preparing for a 220km run to raise $10,000 for Type 1 Diabetes research * Advice he'd give to his younger self — and to other teens with Type 1 * His go-to hypo treatment (and a very strong opinion about red snakes 🐍😄) 🏃‍♂️ Support Ollie's Run: Ollie will be running from Point Lonsdale to Portsea (220km over 6 days, Nov 9–14) to raise funds for Breakthrough and Type 1 research. 🎯 Goal: $10,000 📲 Donate or follow his journey via Instagram: @OllyGreennn [https://www.instagram.com/olliegreennn] (Link in bio for donations) Further Resources:     Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/] If you'd like to share your story with our podcast listeners, please email: podcast@type1foundation.com.au

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, Jacqui sits down with Drew Harrisberg, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 21 years old. Drew offers a powerful reflection on the early days of diagnosis. From the shock and sleepless nights to gradually building confidence and trusting himself to navigate T1D. He talks about his journey to make peace with uncertainty, the lessons learned along the way and the importance of empathy, support and not expecting perfection. 💬 In this episode: * Recognising symptoms and acting quickly * The emotional rollercoaster of diagnosis * How type 1 impacts every aspect of daily life and how to adapt * Support networks, honesty, and the value of sharing the reality (not just the wins) * Drew's advice to go easy on yourself and take it one day at a time This candid, grounded conversation is a reminder that you don't have to have it all figured out to be doing an incredible job. Drew speaks with vulnerability, humour and heart. A role model, a voice that will resonate with many. 🔗 Connect with Drew: Follow Drew on Instagram:  Drews Daily Dose [https://www.instagram.com/drews.daily.dose/] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/]Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/]Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman welcomes back guest Lia Goodwin, mum to Violet who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just 11 months old. Lia shares the raw, honest, and deeply personal journey of navigating the early childhood education and care system with a child living with T1D — from the overwhelm of diagnosis to building trust with educators, transitioning between centres, and advocating for meaningful inclusion and support. 💬 What We Cover: * How Lia approached childcare shortly after Violet's diagnosis * The emotional toll of leaving a medically vulnerable child in someone else's care * Training educators, adapting care plans, and building trust in early learning settings * The lack of formal support for type 1 diabetes in the Inclusion Support Program * Facing (and overcoming) discrimination and fear of stigma * The incredible ways Violet's current centre supports her and educates others * Practical tips and strategies to help families prepare for childcare * The importance of parent-led care planning and proactive communication This episode is full of valuable insights and advocacy wisdom for any family preparing to send their young child with T1D into early learning environments. Whether you're just beginning your childcare journey or looking to improve your current setup, Lia's experience will resonate deeply. 🔗 Connect with Lia and Violet's journey: Follow on Instagram: @oursweet.type1 [https://www.instagram.com/oursuite.type1] Listen to Episode 10: Violet's diagnosis story here [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uqxttT6iulRtZeePNNKK3?si=WbrZab3dQf6Xo4mQdliC_w] Further Resources:    Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/] If you'd like to share your story with our podcast listeners, please email: podcast@type1foundation.com.au

In this deeply honest and powerful episode, Jacqui speaks with Tiara, a mother navigating the early days of her daughter Alaska's recent Type 1 diabetes diagnosis. At just 11 years old, Alaska's diagnosis came after months of confusing symptoms, misdiagnoses, and even a moment of collapse — all just days before starting high school. Tiara shares how she trusted her gut despite dismissals from medical professionals, and how the diagnosis reshaped every part of their family's world overnight. From managing Alaska's medical anxiety and sensory sensitivities to advocating for her at school and learning a whole new medical language, Tiara's story is one of fierce love, resilience, and the invisible weight parents carry. This episode is for every parent who's ever felt overwhelmed, every child trying to be brave, and every family finding their way through a new diagnosis. 💬 What We Cover: * The long path to diagnosis and how fainting during a board game led to hospital * Alaska's medical anxiety and why a pump made all the difference * Navigating two new high schools in two weeks after diagnosis * The emotional toll on parents — and how Tiara is coping * Dyscalculia, tech, and double-checking insulin math * Finding a diabetes educator who changed everything * Tiara's advice for other families just starting out on this journey * Why the Type 1 community matter so much 📲 Follow Alaska and Tiara: Instagram: @alaska_and_mila [https://www.instagram.com/alaska_and_mila] Alaska is proudly rocking her pump and sensor and sharing her story with the world. Further Resources:   Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/] If you'd like to share your story with our podcast listeners, please email: podcast@type1foundation.com.au 

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, Jacqui sits down with 23-year-old Emily Searle — a university student, childcare educator, and passionate Type 1 diabetes advocate living in Sydney. Diagnosed with celiac disease at age three and Type 1 diabetes just one week before graduating high school at 17, Emily shares her powerful and deeply personal story of navigating two chronic conditions. From initial denial and needle phobia to learning how to advocate for herself and find community, Emily's journey is filled with resilience, humour, and wisdom. She speaks candidly about managing diabetes through exams, dating, travel, endometriosis, and the complex relationship with food — especially when living with both diabetes and celiac. Now a proud voice in the Type 1 community, Emily shares her life on Instagram to reduce stigma, empower others, and remind everyone that diabetes doesn't define you — but it can shape you. 💬 What We Cover: * Emily's diagnosis just before HSC and her biggest fears at the time * The mental and social challenges of injecting at school and in public * Living with both Type 1 and celiac — and how it affects food, emotions, and planning * Navigating needle phobia and learning to self-manage from day two * Why she shares her journey on Instagram and what it means to build community * The emotional impact of highs and lows, and how her friends and boyfriend help * How she's built a full, beautiful life post-diagnosis, with study, work, travel, and more * Her unique hypo treatment (spoiler: it involves café sugar sticks!) 📲 Follow Emily: Instagram: @EmilyT1D [https://www.instagram.com/emilyt1d] She shares her Type 1 life to connect, empower, and raise awareness. Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, Jacqui chats with Brodie Sharpe — runner, advocate, and founder of TypeRun_ Diagnosed at age 15, Brodie shares his personal journey from learning to manage life with Type 1 to launching a global Guinness World Record attempt. Along the way, he has found purpose, strength, and a sense of belonging through movement and connection. Whether you're a runner, parent, or just looking for inspiration, Brodie's story is a powerful reminder of how one step at a time can lead to something extraordinary. 🏅 World Record Attempt: Beginning August 26, Brodie will take on an incredible challenge — attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the most consecutive marathons run by a male living with Type 1 diabetes. That's 26 marathons in 26 days. And on Day 27 (September 21), he'll keep pushing, competing in the Western Sydney Half Ironman, with his brother by his side. Living with Type 1 for nearly six years, Brodie's mission is clear: raise $26,000 for the Type 1 Foundation and prove that life with diabetes has no finish line. 💬 What We Cover: * Brodie's diagnosis story and navigating life with T1D from age 15 * How running helped him regain control and confidence * The story behind the Guinness World Record relay and what it meant * The creation of TypeRun_ and the power of community * Using movement as a tool for physical and mental wellbeing * Advice for anyone wanting to take that first step — on the track or in their T1D journey 🔗 Connect with Brodie: Follow Brodie on Instagram:  Typerun_ [https://www.instagram.com/typerun_/]Donate here  [https://www.mycause.com.au/page/372931/type-runs-world-record-attempt?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacFaVCX1kAMOEz5n5Y0eZotGkMCVInhPh_pgxuvgGteQsJd-mij5UXhMNLWRg_aem_Ng7T4i_ETBQ0fWDBv9Tv7A] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman chats with Lachlan Trowell — a Type 1 diabetes coach, content creator, and passionate advocate for holistic diabetes management. Diagnosed just two days before Christmas at age 14, Lachie shares the story of his diagnosis, the emotional and physical toll it took, and the unique challenges of navigating adolescence while learning to manage a chronic condition. Lachie opens up about how his family — especially his mum — rallied around him after his diagnosis, the role sport and nutrition play in his management, and the importance of trial, error, and resilience. Now, more than a decade into life with Type 1, he's built a coaching business to fill the education gaps he wishes were there for him. This conversation is packed with wisdom, lived experience, and relatable laughs. Whether you're a parent, newly diagnosed, or decades into life with Type 1, there's something for everyone in this episode. 💡 What We Talk About: * Lachie's diagnosis story and catching it before DKA * Managing Type 1 as a teenager (and how puberty complicates things) * Confidence, mental health, and the social dynamics of injections * What Lachie wishes more newly diagnosed families were told * Why movement, sleep, stress, and food timing matter * Coaching others through the ups, downs, and data 🔗 Connect with Lachie: Follow Lachie on Instagram: @trainer.trowell [https://www.instagram.com/trainer.trowell] He shares practical advice, training tips, and honest insights on life with Type 1 Further Resources:   Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this deeply personal and raw episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, Jacqui Kidman sits down with her now close friend Sally Jeffree, who bravely shares the story of her son Henry's type 1 diabetes diagnosis—and everything that came with it. It all began with an unexplained fainting episode at a birthday party. What followed was a whirlwind: a type 1 diabetes diagnosis while Sally was caring for a newborn, and then, within 12 months, a coeliac disease diagnosis too. Sally opens up about: * The moment everything changed * Navigating hospital stays and newborn care at the same time * The crushing weight of grief, guilt, and helplessness * The unexpected strength that comes from friendship, community, and being seen This is an honest conversation between two mothers who understand the impact of a chronic diagnosis—not just on a child, but on a whole family. Sally's story is raw, real, and ultimately full of connection. 🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear they're not alone. #Type1Diabetes #DiagnosisStory #T1D #CeliacDisease #Motherhood #ChronicIllness #Type1ClubPodcast #RealTalk #ParentingWithPurpose Further Resources:   Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of the Type 1 Club podcast, Jacqui is joined by Emily Viles — known to many through her Instagram page @emilysdiabetes. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a baby, Emily shares her powerful story of growing up with the condition and how it shaped her approach to life, pregnancy, and now parenthood. Emily takes us through her journey of preparing for pregnancy, managing her diabetes during those intense months, and navigating birth with confidence. She also talks about her current role leading the PDC Mums & Bumps project, where she supports and connects other women with type 1 navigating the same path. Highlights: * Growing up with type 1 after a baby diagnosis * Preparing for and managing diabetes during pregnancy and birth * Leading the PDC Mums & Bumps project to support others on the journey This is a warm, informative conversation filled with real-life insights for anyone thinking about pregnancy with type 1 or just wanting to hear a beautifully honest story.

In this episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman sits down with Associate Professor John Wentworth, a leading researcher in type 1 diabetes, to discuss an exciting and hopeful new chapter in type 1 research and prevention: Type 1 Screen. Together, they explore: * What Type 1 Screen is and why it matters * How early detection of type 1 diabetes can prevent medical emergencies and change outcomes * The simple, non-invasive process of screening * The bigger picture: how research is evolving and where it's heading Whether you have a family history of type 1 diabetes or not, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the future of health, prevention, and proactive care. 🔍 Take Action: Get Screened Today Type 1 Screen is a free, voluntary test that checks for early markers of type 1 diabetes. It's quick, safe, and could be life-changing. ✅ Who can get tested? Children aged 2–30 years with a relative who has type 1 diabetes (parent, sibling, cousin, aunt/uncle, or grandparent) 🧪 What's involved? A simple finger prick test (at home or with a pathology referral). If markers are detected, you'll be offered support and access to monitoring and research studies, including prevention trials. 🌐 How to do it: 1. Go to www.type1screen.org [https://www.type1screen.org/] 2. Register online 3. Choose your test type: home kit or pathology referral 4. Return your sample and wait for results 🧭 More Info & Support: Visit https://www.type1screen.org [https://www.type1screen.org/] for FAQs, eligibility, and next steps. 💡 Why This Matters This screening initiative is one of the most exciting advancements in type 1 diabetes research. For the first time, we have a tool to predict, monitor, and potentially prevent the development of type 1 diabetes before symptoms appear. Early knowledge = empowered action. Be part of the change. Get screened. Spread the word. Help shape the future of type 1 diabetes. Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of the Type 1 Club podcast, Matt Pontel shares how his insulin pump gives him the freedom to thrive in a career filled with business travel and shifting time zones. He talks about the practical strategies he uses to manage type 1 diabetes on the go—and how exercise plays a key role in his downtime. Matt also opens up about the challenges of balancing workouts with pump management, and how he's built a strong type 1 community to stay informed, supported, and connected. Highlights: * Managing diabetes across time zones with pump tech * Using exercise to decompress—and the challenges it brings * Building a T1D community to grow knowledge and support A real-world look at living well with type 1, no matter where life takes you. Connect with Our Guest on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/notorioust1d/] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this inspiring episode of Type 1 Club, we sit down with Anna Todhunter, who shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 17—right in the middle of Year 12. Just as she was preparing to launch into adult life, her world shifted. With honesty and warmth, Anna takes us through those early days of grappling with a life-changing diagnosis while trying to finish school and stay focused on her future. Refusing to let T1D define her, she embraced a "nothing's going to stop me" attitude—and just four months later, she moved overseas to chase her dreams. But as Anna candidly reveals, while diabetes might not have stopped her, it did slow her down—just a little. In this episode, we talk about: * The shock of a late-teen diagnosis * Adjusting to T1D in the high-pressure final year of school * What it's like to take your new condition across the world * The mental, emotional, and practical hurdles of doing life with diabetes * And how staying positive doesn't mean it's always easy Anna's story is a refreshing and real reminder that resilience doesn't mean pretending everything's fine—it means adapting, growing, and moving forward even when it's hard. Connect with Our Guest: * on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/annat.type1/] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this powerful episode of Type 1 Club, Jacqui sits down with two incredible guests — Chris Stocker, an advocate and father living with type 1 diabetes in the United States, and Paddy McCartin, former AFL player and passionate voice for type 1 awareness in Australia. Both guests share their unique journeys living with T1D and navigating its challenges through major life transitions, from professional sport and parenting to managing everyday highs and lows. Topics We Cover: * Chris's diagnosis story and how it shaped his advocacy work in the U.S. * The emotional journey of parenting a child with type 1 diabetes * Paddy's experience managing T1D in elite sport and life after football * The mental load of diabetes and strategies that help * Resilience, routine, and what they've both learned over the years * Creating community and support networks for families and individuals with type 1 * The value of personal choice in diabetes tech - MDI through to pump choice * How tech has evolved over the years and improved their quality of life; from better sleep, reduced mental load, more stability and less daily decision-making. Why You Should Listen: Whether you're living with type 1, parenting a child who is, or just looking to understand it more deeply, this episode offers wisdom, empathy, and hope. Chris and Paddy bring raw honesty and practical insight to the conversation, reminding us that while T1D is a constant companion, it doesn't have to hold you back from living a full, connected life. Connect with Our Guests: * Chris Stocker: Type1Detour [https://www.instagram.com/type1detour/] * Paddy McCartin [https://www.instagram.com/paddymccartin/]  Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode, host Jacqui Kidman sits down with Jackson Sinclair, better known as Jackabetic, to talk about his journey with type 1 diabetes—one that extends far beyond just his own diagnosis. For Jackson, T1D isn't just personal—it's a family affair. He shares his own diagnosis story and the unexpected reality of watching other family members go through the same experience. From learning how to manage his own diabetes to supporting his loved ones through their diagnoses, Jackson's story is one of resilience, connection, and a deep understanding of what it means to live with type 1 in a family setting. Through humor, advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to raising awareness, Jackson has built a strong presence in the diabetes community. He talks about how sharing his journey online as Jackabetic has helped him process his experiences and connect with others who understand the daily ups and downs of life with T1D. To connect further with Jackson [https://linktr.ee/jackabetic?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaaCamEu0Q8BnMcj_02hylirGVTirzNa8EY9GYn800wwY9epHt16felxb8_aem_wowKcTPRpbQD3Uth8C50cQ] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the challenges of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as an adult, including a lack of initial support and the emotional struggles that followed. If these topics are sensitive for you, please listen with care. In this powerful episode, Jacqui sits down with Tyson Major, whose type 1 diabetes diagnosis as an adult led him through an incredibly dark time. With little initial support, he faced the overwhelming challenges of adjusting to life with T1D. But instead of letting it define him negatively, Tyson found a way to turn his experience into something positive. Now an advocate and active member of the Type 1 Foundation, Tyson is dedicated to raising awareness and supporting others in the community. He shares how his personal struggles fueled his passion for advocacy and connection. One of his biggest triumphs? Trekking the Kokoda Track—a grueling yet rewarding journey where he not only proved to himself what was possible but also raised awareness for type 1 diabetes along the way. He opens up about the physical and mental challenges of the trek and what it meant to push past his limits while carrying the weight (both literal and figurative) of diabetes. Connect further with Tyson [https://linktr.ee/Cringedad?fbclid=IwY2xjawJAd8JleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHY7fPMQTuUyyiaDf9q3t1D-Lmit9MjaPzl1lQMmM6JUp9hsviuAB_J0JUQ_aem_oflMwj77Pd11M6Jq2GSUHA]  Register your interest for the next Type 1 Foundation Kokoda Trek here  [https://form.jotform.com/243521506306852] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode, Jacqui sits down with Jo Sader, Australian Manager at Insulet, the makers of the Omnipod, to discuss the long-awaited launch of Omnipod 5 in Australia. We dive into what this means for people living with Type 1 diabetes, how the system works, and how to access it. 🔗 Get Started with Omnipod [https://www.omnipod.com/en-au/get-started] For those new to Omnipod, this is a great starting point! You can register for a Pod Experience Kit to try out the pod for yourself and/or request a call from an Omnipod Specialist for more information. Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this powerful episode of the Type 1 Club Podcast, host Jacqui Kidman speaks with Lia about her daughter Violet's type 1 diabetes diagnosis at just 11 months old. She shares the raw emotions, unexpected symptoms, and the life-changing moments that defined their journey from uncertainty to understanding. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Early signs of type 1 diabetes in babies and young children ✅ The terrifying experience of DKA and emergency diagnosis ✅ Navigating life after diagnosis while growing a family ✅ The emotional impact of a "diaversary" and reflections on the past two years Through candid storytelling, this episode highlights the resilience of families facing type 1 diabetes and the importance of community, knowledge, and support. To connect further with Lia and Violets journey follow them on Our Sweet Type One on Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/oursweet.typeone] Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

Welcome back to the Type 1 Club Podcast! This week, Jacqui is joined once again by Angie Manske, founder of Reflective Haven, a diabetes-specialized counselling service. Angie is a mental health social worker, trained psychotherapist, and passionate advocate for supporting children's emotional well-being through their type 1 diabetes journey. In this episode, Jacqui and Angie discuss: ✅ The emotional impact of a type 1 diabetes diagnosis on children ✅ How different diagnosis experiences (ICU vs. early detection) shape their response ✅ Recognizing medical trauma and its long-term effects ✅ The importance of movement and creative activities in managing hospital anxiety ✅ Practical ways parents can support their children's nervous system regulation Jacqui also shares her own experience with her son, Harvey, and how simple strategies—like playing basketball outside the hospital—helped him manage stress during clinic visits. This conversation is packed with insights for parents navigating a new diagnosis or looking to better understand their child's emotional world. Further Information about Angie Manske: Reflective Haven Website [https://www.reflectivehaven.com/] Follow Angie on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/reflectivehaven/] Follow Angie on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/reflectivehaven] If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with anyone who might benefit from the Type 1 Foundation's message. Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]

In this episode of The Type 1 Club Podcast, Jacqui sits down with a compassionate and experienced teacher to explore the best ways to support a child with type 1 diabetes returning to school after their diagnosis. Together, they discuss practical strategies for creating a safe and inclusive environment, managing the day-to-day challenges of blood sugar monitoring and insulin doses, and fostering open communication between school staff, the child, and their family. This insightful conversation offers valuable tips for educators, parents, and caregivers navigating this transition, highlighting the importance of teamwork, understanding, and empathy in empowering children to thrive academically and socially. Whether you're a teacher, parent, or someone looking to learn more about life with type 1 diabetes, this episode is filled with actionable advice and heartfelt insights. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with anyone who might benefit from the Type 1 Foundation's message. Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Agrpd2YbW/]