Built by parents. Grounded in research.
Parenting Diabetic Kids exists because the information parents actually need — specific, honest, research-backed — is scattered across medical journals, parent forums, and discharge packets nobody reads twice.
Why This Site Exists
When a child is diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, parents leave the hospital with a glucometer, a bag of supplies, and a stack of pamphlets that cover the basics — but not the real questions. Not what a blood sugar of 280 at 2am actually means. Not what to do when your child's pump site fails an hour before a swim meet. Not why blood sugar climbs every night between 4am and 7am despite no food and no missed doses.
We built this site to answer the questions that come up in the first weeks, months, and years of managing diabetes in a child — in the kind of depth that makes a real difference, with citations to the research behind every claim.
Every article on this site is written by someone with direct expertise in the subject — pediatric endocrinologists, certified diabetes educators, sports medicine physicians, pediatric psychologists, and parents who have managed T1D in their own children for years. We do not publish generic health content. We do not accept sponsored articles. We do not soften clinical facts to avoid alarming parents who deserve honest information.
Our Editorial Standards
Every claim is cited
Articles reference peer-reviewed research, ADA Standards of Care, or published clinical guidelines. We link to primary sources — not secondary summaries.
Regular review cycle
Diabetes management evolves. We review and update articles when new research changes recommendations, and every article shows a 'last reviewed' date.
Expert authors
Articles are written by clinicians, certified educators, or experienced T1D parents with relevant domain knowledge — not generalist health writers.
No sponsored content
We do not accept payment for articles, product placements, or endorsements. CGM and pump comparisons reflect independent assessment, not manufacturer relationships.
Medical disclaimer
This site provides educational information, not medical advice. Every article reminds readers to work with their child's diabetes care team on individual management decisions.
Parents first
We write for parents managing diabetes day-to-day, not for clinicians. We explain the why behind every recommendation so parents can think, not just follow instructions.
Our Contributors
14 years of clinical practice in pediatric endocrinology with a subspecialty focus on Type 1 diabetes management in children and adolescents. Contributor on blood sugar management, sick days, DKA prevention, and the Dawn Phenomenon.
CDE with 11 years of experience working with families newly diagnosed with T1D. Parent of a child with Type 1 diabetes since 2015. Contributor on newly diagnosed guides, insulin therapy comparisons, and carb counting.
Specialist in chronic illness adjustment in children and adolescents. Research focus on diabetes distress, illness disclosure, and family dynamics in pediatric T1D. Contributor on explaining diabetes to children, burnout, and adolescent management.
Independent analyst covering diabetes technology since 2017. Parent of a child with T1D diagnosed in 2019. Contributor on CGM comparisons, insulin pump reviews, and travel management.
Former school nurse turned special education advocate with deep expertise in 504 Plans and school accommodations for children with chronic illness. Contributor on school management, sleepovers, and overnight trips.
Sports medicine physician with personal experience managing Type 1 diabetes as a competitive endurance athlete. Research interest in exercise physiology and glycemic management in youth sports. Contributor on exercise and sports management.
Organizations We Reference
The leading T1D research and advocacy organization globally.
Publishes the annual Standards of Medical Care that guide clinical practice.
Community platform and advocacy organization for T1D families.
Long-running community resource for parents and children with T1D.
Primary resource for celiac disease management, relevant for the T1D/celiac overlap.
Polish-language resource for people living with diabetes — education, community, and management guides.
Medical Disclaimer
The content on Parenting Diabetic Kids is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your child's physician, endocrinologist, or certified diabetes educator with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or management decision. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this site.