Handing Off T1D Responsibility Masterclass
Through the ages & Stages
Letting go of parts of Type 1 Diabetes care is one of the hardest — and most emotional — parts of parenting a child with T1D. You want to build independence and confidence, but the fear, uncertainty, and “what ifs” can make it feel overwhelming to know when and how to step back.
This masterclass is designed to walk you through what handing off T1D responsibility can realistically look like at every stage of childhood — from early elementary years through the teen and young adult years. We’ll talk honestly about what skills matter most at different ages, how to gradually shift responsibilities without burning out your child (or yourself), and how to support independence while still keeping safety front and center.
Led by Emily (CDCES, T1D & T1D toddler Mom) and Ethan (Dad to a T1D tween)
"The class significantly helped us understand what responsibilities are age-appropriate and realistic. Now that our daughter is nine, we believe using an Apple Watch will foster her independence and the class helped reinforce those thoughts and gave us best practices to implement right away. Thank you for answering my question during the session regarding watch communication; we have already set up a group chat and discussed the "thumbs up" strategy!
I truly appreciate all the information shared, and your team did a fantastic job. Thank you for always being such a reliable and helpful resource."
-Cheryl
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