Parent-child relationship | Gloomy thoughts | Diabetes is part of life | Healthy lifestyle, not just results
When your child is diagnosed with diabetes, this can certainly be disconcerting news. From now on, it is important not to just focus on following the rules to maintain good health. The psychological aspect is no less important. Moreover, the relationship should not be built in the key “protect you from bad sugars.” It is important to remain the child’s parents, not turning into a personal doctor 24/7.
Parent-child relationship
Naturally, you become the main protection and teacher for your child. But at the same time, your relationship as a parent does not cease to exist. This means that the day should begin with pleasant words and the question of what was dreamed of, and only then ask about well-being and the need to measure the level of glycemia. Do not forget about these little joys of simple communication. This is important not only for your child, but also for yourself. Having driven yourself into the corner of a lifelong nurse, it will be difficult for you to get out of this model of relationships with a child.
Gloomy thoughts
Gloomy thoughts are fine, but don’t let them devour you.
You are not in the military service. No need to drill yourself and your child and train optimistic thinking. To be sad is normal.
Yes, diabetes is accompanied by many difficulties. Sad for a few minutes? Good. Now remember that diabetes does not have to rule your life. Therefore, rejoice and see the beauty of this world. A loving family, hobbies, aspirations for new achievements, various entertainments — all this remains, which means there is no reason to remain discouraged for a long time.
Diabetes is part of life
Help your child get used to the idea that diabetes is part of life.
In what sense? The body reacts aggressively to the cells of the pancreas itself. This is not an outside influence, but the reaction of your body. In a way, this is already truly an integral part of yourself.
That is why adult type one diabetics often say: “I do not fight diabetes, but I live with it.” They learned to adapt to the whims of diagnosis as something that can no longer be avoided.
This is what needs to be explained to the child. Perhaps he will at some point react irritably, with anger. Sometimes there is an accusatory reaction, they say you are guilty that I was born with such. And here only patience and diplomacy will help you. You can take advantage of outside help from a specialist psychologist or people whose authority your child recognizes (uncle, aunt, godparents, grandparents, etc.).
Healthy lifestyle, not just results
No need to set up a child’s life as if he is a professional athlete. A good glycated hemoglobin is, of course, important. BUT, in this case, life goes on and various circumstances are possible. This is not preparation for the Olympic Games or world record. Do not drive your child into unattainable goals. Teach him to live according to the recommendations, while not pushing too much.