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<\/p>\nAnita Sabidi<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The myth of the supermom: embracing vulnerability with Type 1 Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n Motherhood is often painted as a story of strength, resilience, and endless sacrifice. As mothers, we are expected to be the pillars of our families\u2014the ones who hold everything together no matter what. But living with Type 1 diabetes for more than two decades has taught me that being a mother does not mean being invincible. In fact, one of the most valuable lessons I\u2019ve been able to share with my children is that their mama is not a superwoman. I can be strong, yes, but I can also be vulnerable. And that\u2019s okay.<\/p>\n Type 1 Diabetes is a family affair: when daily rituals become childhood memories<\/strong><\/p>\n Every day with diabetes is a balancing act. Managing insulin, blood sugar checks, and the unpredictability of the condition can feel like carrying an invisible load. Yet this journey is not mine alone\u2014it has become a family affair. My children have grown up witnessing my daily rituals with insulin injections and blood glucose monitoring. What might seem routine to me is part of their childhood memories, shaping how they understand care, responsibility, and empathy.<\/p>\n “Cover mama!”: how my kids became my little bodyguards<\/strong><\/p>\n One of the sweetest moments happens whenever it\u2019s time for my insulin shot in public. Without being asked, my kids instinctively take position around me, shielding me from curious stares. \u201cCover Mama!\u201d they say, forming a protective circle as I inject. In those little moments, I see their love, their awareness, and their willingness to step into the role of supporters. They are my little bodyguards, and I treasure that more than words can describe.<\/p>\n