14. A Father’s Story of Raising a Kid with Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosed at 18 months

In this conversation, Chad Thompson shares his personal journey as a parent of a child diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He discusses the challenges and adjustments his family faced, the importance of community support, and the role of structure in managing diabetes. Chad reflects on the transition from multiple daily injections to using an insulin pump, the impact of diabetes on social situations, and the ongoing learning process involved in parenting a child with a chronic illness. Through his story, he emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and the advancements in diabetes care that have improved the quality of life for families. The conversation also highlights the role of technology in diabetes management and the lessons learned about compassion and understanding through adversity.