An overview of what to expect when your child is diagnosed with diabetes, and you will need to learn to manage living with diabetes.
In type 2 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin, or it cannot properly use what it produces. Learn how type 2 diabetes is managed.
Type 2 diabetes is less common in children and teens than in adults. Learn the signs of type 2 diabetes and how it is diagnosed.
Discover how to help your teenager manage their diabetes and how it will affect their day-to-day lives.
Proper diabetes care at home includes sharing responsibility and creating and maintaining a routine. Find out how to do this in a way that works for your family.
Find out about the two most common types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Symptoms and causes differ for each.
An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.
This resource contains both general diabetes information and a series of educational videos about diabetes management and nutrition.
In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn the symptoms, causes and how this life-long condition is diagnosed.
About 20 to 25% of people with type 1 diabetes will develop thyroid problems. Learn about the causes and symptoms of thyroid disease.
An overview of conditions related to diabetes and how how often your child will need to be screened for each condition.
An overview of the connection between type 1 diabetes and celiac disease, including diagnosis and treatment of the condition in children with diabetes.
Learn how often your child needs to be screened for diabetes complications and what you can expect from each test and screening.
Insulin allows sugar to be stored as energy. Learn what role insulin plays in diabetes management.
Insulin resistance often accompanies polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Learn more about how PCOS can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.
In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn how this chronic condition is managed.
Learn about the diabetes care team, who is involved and what to expect during clinic visits.
Maintaining a healthy diet is an essential part of diabetes management. Learn why it's so important.
Learn how people with diabetes measure their blood sugar levels and why it is important to do so.
This March break, find out what you need to know about managing diabetes while on vacation or while your child is away at camp.
Find out what to expect when your infant, toddler or preschooler has diabetes, and what you need to know to manage it.
Kidney disease may occur later in life as a result of diabetes. Learn about diabetic nephropathy, diagnosis and treatment.
Several other devices can be used to make insulin injections easier. Learn what these devices are and whether they are right for your child.
Your child's meal plan must be flexible and realistic. Find out what you need to know before setting up a healthy meal plan.
Discover how to help keep your child healthy and keep their diabetes under control now and in the future.
