Episode 29: From ADHD to Type 1–Jess's Journey Supporting Millie Through Dual Diagnoses

About this episode

Jess shares her experience of parenting a child with both ADHD and Type 1 diabetes, discussing the challenges and strategies involved.

Jess shares the journey of parenting through two life-changing diagnoses — first understanding Millie's neurodivergence and then adapting to the demands of daily diabetes management. Together, they talk about the unique challenges (and insights) that come with balancing both, how ADHD influences diabetes care and the strength it takes as a parent to navigate constant learning, advocacy and support. This episode is a powerful reminder that every child's path is different and that understanding, flexibility and community can make all the difference. What You'll Hear * Millie's ADHD diagnosis story and how it shaped Jess's parenting * The shock of Millie's later Type 1 diabetes diagnosis * How ADHD impacts diabetes routines, focus and food decisions * Strategies Jess uses to support Millie's independence and confidence * The emotional load of parenting a child with multiple diagnoses * Why connecting with other families who "get it" can be so grounding * The importance of compassion — for your child and yourself Further Resources: Type 1 Foundation Website [https://www.type1foundation.com.au/] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thetype1foundation/] Join the Facebook…

People in this episode

Guest: Jess

Topics covered

• ADHD
• Type 1 diabetes
• parenting
• dual diagnoses
• support
• community

Keywords

• ADHD
• Type 1 diabetes
• parenting
• support
• community
• independence
• emotional load

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Type 1 Foundation

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