Jacob

Jacob  was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes just two months after he turned two years old. This was the family's first encounter with diabetes, and they did not know any other families in their situation.  Their friends and family were of course sympathetic, but their exposure to diabetes was limited to people with type 2 diabetes. As Jacob's mother Jolee says, "They assume it's more of an inconvenience versus a life threatening disease that, while manageable, is forever".

Luckily Jacob's family discovered Carb DM before leaving the hospital. They attended Carb DM's "Diabetes 101" event and were able to start building their network of support right away. Jolee learned about BraveBuddies, Carb DM's online support group, soon after. She signed up and quickly connected with families similar to hers.

Just 5 months after Jacob's diagnosis, Jolee is amazed at how quickly the family has been able to settle in with just a few adjustments. She loves having access to a network of caring, T1D-aware babysitters. She feels relief that she is now part of a group that understands their reality and is ready to help, as she puts it, "at the drop of a dime". She loves seeing families living normal, happy, fulfilling lives with T1D. Jolee says, "Carb DM will be my go-to resource on how to manage T1D and allow Jacob to feel as though nothing is holding him back -- because honestly, nothing should".

Support Carb DM to give families like Jacob's the knowledge and support they need to grow and thrive! Donate to Carb DM today!