ABOUT US
Type One Together’s mission is to increase knowledge, health literacy, and connection of type one youth and their families through education, products, community & events.
Type One Together
MEET THE TEAM
“After babysitting for T1D families throughout college, I quickly noticed there was a huge gap to be filled in type one education. Many families felt defeated and hopeless when it came to their child’s t1d management, as did my own mother growing up. Although I am thankful for my doctors, I was left to figure out so much of diabetes on my own. I have finally reached a place where I live happily with T1D and have achieved the A1C/time in range that makes me feel more myself than ever before! Creating my own diabetes community has truly been life changing and I can’t wait for you to be part of it!
When working with me, we will dive into all things life, diabetes and everything in-between. Although I have experience with most insulin pumps, I specialize in assisting families with Tandem CIQ+ (T:Slim and Mobi). Whether you are a parent / caregiver managing a child’s t1d or you are living with diabetes yourself, working to improve your relationship with the disease is everything! Creating mindset shifts around the way you look at both diabetes and life as whole can translate to huge transformations in your happiness and health. Let’s get started!"
RAQUEL
Founder of Type One Together & T1D for 24 Years
Sophie Baron
Director of Events & Partnerships
Hi, I’m Sophie, and I am the Director of Events and Partnerships at Type One Together. As Raquel’s younger sister, Type 1 diabetes has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up alongside her, I had a firsthand view of what it means to live with and manage T1D every day, which gave me a unique perspective from an early age. I was immersed in the diabetes community throughout my childhood, attending diabetes camps, walks, galas, fundraisers, and countless events that shaped my understanding of the power of connection and support. What began as simply supporting my sister naturally grew into a passion for helping people with diabetes and their families feel seen, supported, and empowered. With a background in event planning and leadership, I am excited to bring my experience to life at Type One Together by planning impactful events across the country and creating meaningful opportunities that bring this community together in unique and memorable ways.
SOPHIE
Director of Events & Partnerships
I was diagnosed with diabetes in 1992 and starting in middle school, told anyone who would listen that I wanted to grow up to be a nurse, specifically to work with kids with diabetes. During my childhood, I was influenced greatly by the nurses who cared for me, and did many science projects and presentations about diabetes growing up. After becoming a nurse and working on a pediatric inpatient unit, a position opened at the pediatric endocrinology practice where I was treated when I was a child. I'm lucky enough to work in the clinic where I grew up. I have worked as a pediatric diabetes educator (CDCES) for over 10 years and have loved working with parents and patients and volunteer as medical staff at my local diabetes camp every summer.
But my perspective really shifted when my daughter was diagnosed with T1D at 21 months old. Despite having literal letters after my name that said I SHOULD know what I was doing, I felt lost. Honestly, I felt like I was failing her, and I should be better at diabetes. All the things that I "knew", I now understood on a much deeper level. Diabetes in children is not the same as diabetes in adults, and it can't be managed that way. Now that we're a year from my daughter's diagnosis, I've been able to process all the emotions that come with it and we're back to giving our kids a big, beautiful life.
I have the opportunity to have a unique perspective of diabetes, as a parent to a toddler with T1D, a person with T1D, and as a CDCES. My view of diabetes has always been that diabetes should fit our lives and not the other way around. I've navigated endometriosis, two healthy pregnancies, and celiac all with T1D. But real me loves to hike and travel, and can often be found with a Diet Dr Pepper in hand.
Drawing from personal and professional experience, I strive to work with my patients to live their best lives...with a side of insulin.
Work with Emily 1-1 through our Better Together PRO program.
EMILY
Hi, I’m Amanda. I am a former NICU nurse and mom to a type 1 toddler. My daughter was diagnosed at 2 years old in January 2022 after a long battle with covid. Our first six months after diagnosis were absolutely terrible. Even with my background in nursing, I felt incredibly confused, lost, and overwhelmed. I also felt like my questions and concerns were regularly dismissed or downplayed by our healthcare team.
Eventually, I broke my 11 year social media hiatus in search of community and support. After some time, I gained priceless knowledge from the online type 1 community, and was able to advocate more effectively for my daughter. I also learned how to take control of the disease myself and lead the charge…resulting in a massive improvement in Haddie’s health and quality of life.
I am passionate about helping other families of newly diagnosed children. I believe there is a way for young children to live full, healthy, and relatively normal lives with this disease. As TOT’s family support specialist, I will drop tips, tricks, and easy to digest explanations of all things T1D. I have been working with omnipod 5’s auto mode since its release in July 2022 and co-created Type One Together's Auto Mode Masterclass.
We’ve got this and our warrior children can absolutely do this. Acknowledge the tough. Celebrate the triumph.
AMANDA
RN, T1D Mama & Advocate
Ethan Ax
T1D Dad & Advocate
Hi, I’m Ethan. I’m a leadership development professional with more than 20 years of experience in public affairs, communications, and executive development. When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 years old my wife and I wanted to understand everything we could about T1D. Moms are super engaged online, but dads feel woefully underrepresented.
In my day job, I’m known for strengthening leaders’ skills to grow with authenticity, confidence, and executive presence. I never wanted my daughter to feel lesser than anyone else just because of her type-1 diabetes. From the very first day she was in the hospital we’ve been committed to handling this life-changing diagnosis with grit and grace. As someone diagnosed later in childhood, she quickly embraced the opportunity to be an ambassador and mentor to others. I’m so proud of her!
Whether at work or home, volunteering or coaching, I enjoy creating environments that bring people together toward shared goals. With T1D, I realized how quickly our lives were knocked out of alignment. My wife and I struggled to stay on the same page. It’s work, but there is no doubt, we ARE stronger together!
I’m from the Midwest and graduated from Indiana University with a degree in communication & culture with an emphasis on business management, telecommunications, and psychology, which helps me now as I guide others through managing the ups and downs of T1D. When I’m not online I enjoy traveling, hunting, skiing or just enjoying time with family in our own backyard.
ETHAN
BROOKE
Brooke has been proudly living with Type 1 diabetes for 22 years and has never let it hold her back from chasing her dreams. Driven by her passion for empowering others, Brooke created her online Instagram platform, @dynamicdiabetes, as a space to share education, inspiration, and positivity with the diabetes community. As a physical therapist, she’s dedicated to helping others manage their diabetes through movement, stress management techniques, and nervous system regulation.
For Brooke, it’s all about breaking down the barriers that stand between you and the life you want to live. Through her work, Brooke inspires others to overcome obstacles and embrace a life full of adventure, health, and empowerment!
Find Brooke in our Balancing The Chaos Masterclass and as a community leader for Better Together Office Hours!
You can now work with Brooke 1-1 in our Better Together PRO program.
EMILY
Emily brings both lived experience and evidence-based training to her role as a health coach and advocate. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Health, and after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 23, she quickly recognized the gaps that often exist in diabetes support and education. Determined not just to manage but to truly thrive, she immersed herself in diabetes resources, built a care team aligned with her values, and eventually completed NBHWC-approved training to become a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach.
Her mission is personal: Emily understands the stress, frustration, and confusion that can come with T1D, and she is passionate about helping others translate hope into actionable, sustainable habits - with mindset shifts at the root. She supports individuals in setting simple, realistic goals, believing that small changes often lead to meaningful improvements. She also believes in a life of balance, where the importance of blood sugar management coexists with the freedom to enjoy food, movement, and experiences that bring joy.
Outside of coaching, Emily shares life with her husband, Corbin, and their dog, Crew, in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area, where they embrace a love of adventure. She enjoys hiking, paragliding, kayaking, cooking, exercising, board games, and travel. She is also actively training Crew to become a diabetes alert dog. Emily brings the same spirit of freedom, curiosity, and resilience to her work with others.
You can now work with Emily 1-1 in our Better Together PRO program.
Hi!
My name is Meg and I’ve been living with type 1 diabetes since I was 5 years old. Growing up, I struggled with my confidence around T1D, and it led to many challenges with my diabetes management.
Those struggles led me on a journey in my 20s to get control of my diabetes. Through years of trial and error and learning everything I could, I figured out how to make my diabetes work WITH my life, instead of against it. My life changed.
My own success with T1D inspired me to help others. I am now a Nutritionist and have a Master’s in Nutrition and Food Science. My goal is to help T1Ds live happy, healthy, and active lives.
My philosophy is rooted in the belief that we are all different, and we have to find what works best for our own mental, physical, and diabetes health. I am a big believer in flexibility over rigidness, consistency over perfection, and community over everything! We are stronger together.
When I’m not sharing my life with T1D online, I love running, yoga, traveling, and nailing a pizza bolus.
Work with Meg 1-1 in our Better Together PRO program.
MEGAN
