This resource contains both general diabetes information and a series of educational videos about diabetes management and nutrition.
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.
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.
Find out which substances teens use most often, and why, and what to do if you are concerned about your teen’s substance use.
About 20 to 25% of people with type 1 diabetes will develop thyroid problems. Learn about the causes and symptoms of thyroid disease.
Find out about the two most common types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Symptoms and causes differ for each.
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.
An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.
In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn the symptoms, causes and how this life-long condition is diagnosed.
Learn what the potential complications of diabetes are, the risk factors and how they can be reduced.
This March break, find out what you need to know about managing diabetes while on vacation or while your child is away at camp.
Insulin resistance often accompanies polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Learn more about how PCOS can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.
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.
Maintaining a healthy diet is an essential part of diabetes management. Learn why it's so important.
Addison's disease is a rare autoimmune disease. Learn about the signs and treatment and why it occurs more often in people with type 1 diabetes.
In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn how this chronic condition is managed.
Find out what diabetes insipidus is, what can cause this rare condition and what the impact may be on your child's future.
Learn about the diabetes care team, who is involved and what to expect during clinic visits.
Discover how to help your teenager manage their diabetes and how it will affect their day-to-day lives.
Discover how to help keep your child healthy and keep their diabetes under control now and in the future.
An overview of helping your child make the transition from pediatric to adult diabetes care. Find out when they should start transitioning and what to expect in the future.
Learn about non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and why it occurs more often in people with type 2 diabetes and those who are overweight.
