Stacey Simms’ parenting philosophy is “not perfect, but safe and happy.” Does that make her the World’s Worst Diabetes Mom ? Some people on social media thought so. But her stories and the lessons they impart show that diabetes laughs in the face of perfection. Raising a happy and healthy child with type 1 diabetes, as well as any siblings, requires flexibility, planning, and a great sense of humor above all else. It’s a journey full of challenges, but you are not alone!
Stacey Simms is the host of the long-running and award-winning podcast, “Diabetes Connections.” She began writing and speaking about diabetes when her son was diagnosed with type 1 at age two in 2006. She lives near Charlotte, NC with her husband, their two children, and their dog, Freckles.