150. Parenting and Partnership: Working Through Your Child's T1D Diagnosis Together

Reclaim Your Rise: Type 1 Diabetes with Lauren Bongiorno

Sit down with me and the Mallia family as they share their journey with their daughter’s Type 1 diagnosis at the age of four. From navigating diagnosis at such a young age, to creating TK Type1, a foundation supporting families like theirs both financially and educationally, we discuss building confidence in kids with diabetes, fostering open communication with your spouse (even when you don’t always agree), managing dietary choices, and empowering independence in your child with diabetes. This episode is packed is a heartfelt guide for families moving through life with diabetes.

Time Stamps:

• 01:14 Introducing the Mallia Family's Journey to Risely
• 06:13 Navigating the First Hospital Experience
• 12:20 A Family Affair
• 15:27 The Birth of a Foundation
• 18:14 The Ripple Effect of Support: Risely Partners with TK Type1
• 20:43 Kids Growth in Confidence with Diabetes
• 23:40 Communication as Parents
• 25:21 Navigating Dietary Choices for Kids with Diabetes
• 31:04 Kaylee's Growing Independence in Diabetes Management
• 35:56 Sleepovers
• 41:58 Advice for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children
• 46:05 Dreams for TK Type1

What to do now:

1. Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
2. Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
3. Get involved with Tk Type 1 HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other