Episode 9: Understanding Your Child's Emotional Journey After a Type 1 Diagnosis with Angie Manske

Welcome back to the Type 1 Club Podcast! This week, Jacqui is joined once again by Angie Manske, founder of Reflective Haven, a diabetes-specialized counselling service. Angie is a mental health social worker, trained psychotherapist, and passionate advocate for supporting children’s emotional well-being through their type 1 diabetes journey.In this episode, Jacqui and Angie discuss:✅ The emotional impact of a type 1 diabetes diagnosis on children✅ How different diagnosis experiences (ICU vs. early detection) shape their response✅ Recognizing medical trauma and its long-term effects✅ The importance of movement and creative activities in managing hospital anxiety✅ Practical ways parents can support their children’s nervous system regulationJacqui also shares her own experience with her son, Harvey, and how simple strategies—like playing basketball outside the hospital—helped him manage stress during clinic visits.This conversation is packed with insights for parents navigating a new diagnosis or looking to better understand their child’s emotional world.Further Information about Angie Manske:Reflective Haven WebsiteFollow Angie on InstagramFollow Angie on FacebookIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with anyone who might benefit from the Type 1 Foundation’s message.Further Resources:Type 1 Foundation WebsiteFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook Group