Diabetes support in Trinidad & Tobago
Type 1, type 2 and gestational: the daily maths, the worry and the wins. Talk with people in Trinidad & Tobago who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
Next gathering in the Trinidad & Tobago circle: Weekly check-in ·
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From people who came through it
“When I was first diagnosed, I felt like my body had betrayed me. I was angry. I still am some days. But you learn to adapt. The pump, the hypos, the family comments. It is a lot. But you find your people. I found a diabetes nurse who listens. I found friends online who get it. You will too. Just keep going. And do not let anyone tell you what to eat at a wedding. You know your body.”
west.spark46 · been through diabetes“If you're scared right now, I get it. I was right where you are not that long ago, about a year. The worst part was numb feet. Some weeks I don't think about it at all. Bit by bit it comes back. x”
flame_mango1992 · been through diabetes“In 2023, that was me. A new pump I am scared to trust. That was my life. Yesterday I booked a holiday. Bit by bit it comes back. Keep going, even slowly.”
matíasowl1 · been through diabetes“Please be gentle with yourself, I wasn't, and it made everything harder, I pace everything now so if I do a lot Monday, tuesday is a rest day, no arguing, and talk to someone, even if it's just in here.”
Miguel N · been through diabetes