What are your "Rules of Engagement?"- Conversations around CGM
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Release Date: 11/01/2022
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info_outlineWhen it comes to using a CGM, the first question you may ask is, "How quickly can I get one?!" But this week, you'll hear there are a few other questions you may want to ask in order to get the most out of continuous glucose monitoring.
In this excerpt from "Still the World's Worst Diabetes Mom: More Real Life Stories of Parenting a Child With Type 1 Diabetes," Stacey lays out conversations to have BEFORE you decide whether and how to use a CGM. Thinking this out can make your child’s use of a CGM more effective and with less stress for you. It may even be helpful for adults considering sharing their CGM information.
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