One day with diabetes

Hi there! I'm Alex, and I'm 10 years old. I have Type 1 diabetes, which means my pancreas is like a superhero that forgot how to make insulin. Insulin is the key that lets energy into our body's cells, and without it, sugar just hangs out in my blood, which can be dangerous. So, I have to keep an eye on my blood sugar levels and take insulin to stay in tip-top shape. I used to do finger pricks to check my levels, but now I've got this cool gadget that sticks to my arm and sends my blood sugar readings straight to my phone. It's like having a high-tech sidekick! And guess what? We've ordered a new device that's going to be even more amazing – it'll check my sugar and give me insulin shots all by itself! Here's a peek into my day with my trusty gadgets:

6:30 AM - Rise and Shine with Tech. My day starts with a quick glance at my phone to see my overnight blood sugar trends. Thanks to my continuous glucose monitor (CGM), I don't need to do finger pricks anymore. The CGM keeps track of my levels 24/7 and sends updates to my phone. This morning, my levels are looking good, so I know how much insulin I need with my breakfast.

7:30 AM - Breakfast: The Most Important Meal of the Day. Breakfast is like a fun math game where I weigh my food and calculate the carbs. With the help of an app, I figure out my insulin dose. Today's breakfast is a superhero bowl of oatmeal with some fruit and a slice of toast. After I know my carbs, I use my insulin pen for a quick shot. It's a breeze, and I'm getting pretty good at it. I can't wait for the new device to arrive, so I won't even have to think about this step!

9:00 AM - School Adventures with My Gadget. I head to school with my backpack and my diabetes kit, which is way cooler than any spy gear. My friends are always curious about my CGM and how it works. My teacher and the school nurse are part of my diabetes team, so I'm in safe hands.

10:30 AM - Snack Time Science. The school nurse and I check my blood sugar on my phone. It's a bit high, so I take a small dose of insulin with my pen. I feel like a scientist, adjusting my insulin based on real-time data from my CGM.

12:00 PM - Lunchtime: Fueling Up. Lunch is another chance to balance carbs and insulin. I have a chart that helps me decide how much insulin to take for my turkey sandwich and veggies. I do my shot and then enjoy my meal, knowing that soon, my new device will make this even easier.

3:00 PM - Soccer Practice and Energy Management. Soccer is the best! I check my blood sugar on my phone before starting. I keep a juice box and glucose tabs ready, just in case my sugar levels dip. After playing, I check again and snack if needed.

5:30 PM - Dinner with My Favorite Team. At dinner, I'm just Alex, not Alex with diabetes. We talk about everything while eating a meal that fits my diabetes plan. I calculate my carbs, take my insulin, and enjoy family time.

7:30 PM - Evening Routine with a Tech Twist. Before bed, I check my phone for my blood sugar levels and take my long-acting insulin. This insulin works all night, keeping my levels steady.

9:00 PM - Off to Dreamland. I snuggle into bed with my favorite book and my CGM receiver on my nightstand. I fall asleep dreaming of the adventures tomorrow will bring, especially when my new all-in-one diabetes device arrives. Living with Type 1 diabetes means I've got to be a bit of a tech whiz, but it's pretty cool to see how these gadgets help me live a normal, active life. I'm excited for the future and all the incredible things that will help me and other kids manage our diabetes even better!