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Meet Eli, a brave little toddler living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Diagnosed at just three years old, Eli is learning how to manage his daily injections, monitor his blood sugar, and keep doing all the things he loves.

This honest story helps young children and the grown-ups who care for them understand what life with T1D looks like. With gentle reassurance and age-appropriate language, Sweeties with Diabetes builds confidence, eases anxiety, and reminds every little warrior that they are strong and never alone.

Read it with your little warrior, and grow stronger together.

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About the author - Lauren Cotton

"My name is Lauren Cotton, and I am the author of ‘Sweeties with Diabetes’. When my son Eli was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just three years old, it profoundly impacted our family. In response to this life-changing event, I chose to write a book aimed at children aged 0–6, as well as their families and friends, to help them understand this new diagnosis and to reassure them that they are not alone as they navigate this new reality.

The book is specifically designed to introduce the fundamentals of type 1 diabetes (T1D). The illustrations serve as helpful references for anyone supporting a child with diabetes.

Additionally, many of the words in the book are inspired directly by Eli’s own expressions and experiences."

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