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6-3-2 How to Talk to Your Child

6-3-2 How to Talk to Your Child

Building trust, confidence, and emotional resilience through open communication

Open and supportive communication with your child about type 1 diabetes builds trust, confidence, and emotional wellbeing. By validating their feelings, involving them in decisions, and encouraging a positive mindset, parents can help children feel safe, understood, and empowered. This guide offers practical strategies for creating healthy and constructive conversations about diabetes at home. 

Be Open and Approachable

Listen and Validate Their Emotions

Use Positive Reinforcement

Involve Them in Decisions

Avoid Using Diabetes as Punishment

Help Them Find Solution

Avoid Judgment & Criticism

Encourage Two-Way Conversations

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