Resources for adults living with type 1 diabetes

Find various resources made specifically for adults living with T1D on this page.

Information & Support

Straight to the Point: Our free e-book for adults living with type 1 diabetes.

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Type One Summit: Hours of on-demand content for adults living with T1D.

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Keep It Calm: Facilitated mental health support for adults with an expert.

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Treatment

How to manage the practical elements of type 1 diabetes as an adult, and live a fulfilling and healthy life while you’re at it.

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Complications – Um, that should be… Diabetes related health issues!

This resource was written by hosts of P2 Diabetes Chat podcast Credentialled Diabetes Educator Jayne Lehmann and pharmacist Credentialled Diabetes Educator Kirrily Chambers, as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. When it comes to living with type 1 diabetes, the ‘threat’ of complications, or as we say, ‘the potential for diabetes […]

Jan 14, 2022

Managing shift work with type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. Even if you don’t have type 1 diabetes (T1D), shift work can put a […]

Dec 22, 2021

Five things Laura Hill wishes she knew when planning a pregnancy with type 1 diabetes

This blog post was written by Laura Hill, a T1D community member, JDRF staff member and new mum to baby Ivy as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. Here, she shares the 5 biggest things she wishes she knew when planning a pregnancy with type 1 diabetes. 1. Everything you know […]

Dec 21, 2021

What Craig Spence wants you to know about taking charge of your health with T1D

As a person living with type 1 diabetes, an unfortunate reality is that you face a higher risk of developing long-term health complications, including a higher risk of developing problems with the heart and large blood vessels. Some of the risks include: Heart attack caused by blockage of the blood supply to the heart Stroke […]

Dec 20, 2021

The top 5 things you should consider when travelling with T1D

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. Planning is the key to a successful trip for any traveller – but, for people […]

Why drinking alcohol with T1D might cause an overnight hypo

This post contains information taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. In Australia, guidelines on the level of alcohol consumption for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are […]

A new year supplies stock take for your bag and home

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. Whether you’ve been living with type 1 diabetes for a little while or a long time, […]

Dec 19, 2021

Explainer: When to check up on your type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. When it comes to living with T1D, keeping up your T1D checks, tests and examinations […]

Snacking 101: An explainer for people living with T1D

Right now, we’re in our houses more than ever before. We work, learn, sleep and socialise in our house. That’s a lot of time inside! You’ve probably found as social distancing restrictions are easing that you’ve developed some habits which make managing type 1 diabetes trickier because you’ve been cooped up indoors. Stuff like staying up late and sleeping in, trouble […]

May 28, 2020

Mental health

Many people living with T1D find it hard at times. Check out our resources on how a chronic disease effects your mental health and how you can adapt to work through any problems.

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How I managed anxiety around pregnancy and birth with T1D

This blog post was written by Laura Hill, a T1D community member, JDRF staff member and new mum to baby Ivy as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. Before falling pregnant, I was aware of the demands that T1D and pregnancy may bring and that these may take a toll on my […]

Dec 21, 2021

What does a healthy relationship with food look like, and why is it important when you have type 1 diabetes?

This blog post was contributed by type 1 diabetes community member Nina Gelbke (@naturally_nina_), an accredited Nutritionist (BHScNutr) specialising in sports and performance nutrition, and eating disorders, as part of our 2022: Time to kick T1D goals campaign. Having a healthy relationship with food is such an important part of our overall health and wellbeing, especially our mental health. You […]

Dec 20, 2021

Accessing mental health services with type 1 diabetes

This resource was created in consultation with Dr. Rosalyn Taylor, Clinical Psychologist who specialises in diabetes at the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. Living with type 1 diabetes can often mean we emphasise our physical health at the expense of many other aspects of our well-being – including our mental health. The truth is, we […]

Dec 19, 2021

Q&A: Emily Vuong on type 1 diabetes and mental health

Recently, we sat down to chat with with type 1 diabetes (T1D) influencer, future high school science teacher and mental health advocate Emily Vuong as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. Diagnosed with T1D when she was 14 months old, Emily talks about her journey to accepting her diagnosis, how she […]

How to keep your spirits up when experiencing diabetes burnout

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is like a ‘job’ and the day-to-day effort to manage can become hard and frustrating, especially when the results are not what you hoped for. Studies have shown that many people living with diabetes experience worries, fears and other negative feelings at some stage. When these feelings are prolonged it can lead to diabetes burnout. If […]

Social life

Learn how to manage other people while living with T1D, and how to find support and companionship through JDRF.

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What to say when others are ignorant or rude about your type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. There is a lot to process and learn after being diagnosed with type 1 […]

Dec 22, 2021

4 reasons you might consider disclosing your T1D at work

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. It goes without saying: your medical information is confidential. Your decision about whether or not to disclose […]

Dec 20, 2021

3 steps you can take this month to meet others with type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. Let’s be real: Life with type 1 diabetes (T1D) isn’t glamorous. It’s hard work. It’s a […]

Common T1D travel challenges and how to tackle them

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. So you’re off on a whirlwind adventure very soon. Good for you – we […]

Exercise

There’s no doubt exercise is good for you. It can help reduce stress, assists with weight management, increases your insulin sensitivity and good for your overall health. So, how can you do it safely with T1D? Read on…

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5 things you might not know about being active with T1D

This blog post was written by Sam Rooney, Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and T1D of 22 years, as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and T1D of 22 years, tips for exercising with T1D is one of the most asked questions that I come across. For […]

Jan 26, 2022

How Hayley Ford gained the confidence to exercise after her T1D diagnosis

This blog post was written by Hayley Ford, a T1D community member and passionate exercise advocate as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. Here, she shares how she gained the confidence to re-enter the world of exercise after her T1D diagnosis and her biggest pieces of advice for others looking to do […]

Jan 04, 2022

How to lose weight safely with T1D

This post was developed in collaboration with T1D Nutritionist & Personal Trainer Andi Balog (@thet1dnutritionist). It also contains information taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals as part of our 2022: Kick T1D goals campaign. Download the full version for free here. […]

Dec 20, 2021