This family friendly website was created as a continuation for everyone ~ A place to find resources and learn more about the complexity of living with juvenile diabetes ~ The symptoms, diagnosis and supplies are just the beginning ~ Family and friends are a big part or your life, we invite them here too.
Welcome to Our Story
"Mommy, What is Type-1 Diabetes?" the book and concept was created by a mother, Irene Mallano and co-written/illustrated by her young daughter, Madison Rose that has juvenile diabetes. It is easy for children of all ages to read, as well as a valuable adult reference that includes basic information in a positive storyline to provide a caregiver, family or friend with a feeling of virtual comfort and understanding. Here we share of our daily life-lessons...
"Mommy, What is Type-1 Diabetes?
A True Story about What to Expect"
Written by Irene Mallano & Madison Rose Mallano
Includes: 20% retail discount, Free D'Id Temp-Tattoo, Medical Card & Bookmark
Available at book retailers or order at your local library: "Request a Title" by ISBN# 978-1-4490-7370-1
Twenty-five percent of net proceeds from this book title is donated to (JDRF) "Jdrf does not endorse products"
What Is Juvenile-Diabetes Mellitus (Type-1)
Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus is a devastating disease that affects millions of people with the autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells of the pancreas. A large and growing percentage of them are children, who cannot grow out of the disease and require daily insulin to survive. It is different from the more commonly known and heard, Type 2 diabetes, which is a metabolic disease in which the body does not properly break down carbohydrates and sugars.
Irene emphasizes that she is not a medical or literary professional; she wrote the book from a personal point of view, sharing what she calls “mommy tips” and ideas that worked for her family. Madison’s true story of life events, glossary terms and basic information describes Type 1 diabetes which are accented by her own drawings and reflections throughout the book.
About The Authors
Mommy, What is Type-1 Diabetes? was written by a mother, Irene Mallano and co-authored and co-illustrated by Irene's young daughter, Madison Rose Mallano who has Type-1 juvenile diabetes. “Its a really cool book about juvenile diabetes and the journey kids like me face and what I needed to learn in a fun way”, says Madison Rose. “This is not about us, this is about raising awareness for diabetes and helping families by letting people know that it won’t be perfect, but it will be okay." says Irene. It is a visual of our thoughts and should not be mistaken for medical advice or intended. Irene is a native New Yorker and a full-time mom. Madison Rose is a vibrant smart little girl with alot of love in her heart. Please contact us for more information about the authors, schedule an interview or request as a guest speaker(s). They are both active in the community and will talk to you anytime, even at 2am.
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Thank you!
You never know how strong you are, until being strong is all you have!
Our daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes at age four. We could see the doctors talking — but couldn't hear a thing! I realized it was even harder for her to understand than us and it was her life that was also changing. That is why we wrote this book, for other children like her and their parents, along with raising much needed T1d symptom awareness. For families as a whole it is hard to grasp it all and see the future, its comforting to know that someone else is okay. We want to share what we have self-learned to help others cope with day-to-day issues and emotions. We really hope you enjoy it and welcome your feedback. Things that may seem simple to most people are not for someone living with diabetes. Everyday has its own challenges, Take it one day at a time!
Irene Mallano
A gracious thanks to Tony Rondone (Angels in Babylon) for the exclusive right of his beautiful music in our videos. xo's!
