#45: Raising a Child with T1D: Cristy’s Journey as a T1D Parent

Welcome to The Stripped Pod, where we have real, honest conversations about diabetes beyond the numbers. On today's episode, we’re chatting with Cristy, a mom whose son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 7. Now that he’s reached the double digits, Cristy’s here to share what their journey’s been like and the ups and downs they’ve faced together. Follow Cristy and Dexter's diabetes journey on Instagram @t1dexter. *Apologies for the audio quality in our introduction. Feel free to skip to 'Meet Cristy' for a better audio experience.* Become our next diabetes diarist and ⁠submit your Diabetes Diaries entry⁠. This episode was brought to you by Stripped Supply, a subscription box and learning platform that makes diabetes simpler. Use the code PODVIP at checkout to get your first box with half-price membership fees. Want to support our show? We knew you were a BGL (bloody great legend)! Click 'follow' or 'subscribe' wherever you listen to this podcast (bonus BGL points if you leave a review too!). Join Stripped Supply Learn Join our Facebook group Check out our website Write to us: email [email protected] DM us a voice note on Instagram TIME STAMPS 00:00 Introduction 6:51 Meet Cristy 7:06 Dexter's diagnosis story 14:28 T1D impact on family 27:01 Misconceptions & stigma 30:39 Advice to other families 33:52 T1D & confidence 38:45 Hacks & habits 40:46 Whoopsie moments 44:24 Braden AMA