Tips for a healthier Halloween for kids with diabetes

Celebrate the season safely—no scary surprises needed!

Celebrating 85 years of research, education, and advocacy.   Tricks and Treats! Celebrate Halloween in a way that's fun and safe for kids with diabetes. Check out our tips for a spooky-good time. Get the Tips   Helping kids enjoy Halloween. Friend,  Halloween should be fun, not frustrating. But between candy, parties, and disrupted routines, it can be a tricky time for children with diabetes. With a little creativity and preparation, the holiday can still be full of fun. The American Diabetes Association® has compiled practical tips and tricks to help kids feel included while staying on track with their health. From swapping candy for festive alternatives to emphasizing creative costumes and games, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the celebration without added stress. And when candy is part of the fun, ideas like sorting treats ahead of time and incorporating small portions into regular meal planning can help keep things balanced. Get the Tips Thanks to generous supporters like you, we're able to provide resources like these at no cost—helping families spend less time worrying and more time enjoying the moment together. Have a safe and happy Halloween!   Donate Monthly Donate Once   Other Ways to Give:  Stock  |  Employer Match  |  Donate Your Car  |  Real Estate Donation Other Ways to Give:  Stock  |  Employer Match  |  Donate Your Car  |  Real Estate Donate © American Diabetes Association. All rights reserved. 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202 askada@diabetes.org | 1-800-342-2383 Learn more at diabetes.org Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe

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Celebrating 85 years of research, education, and advocacy. Proudly Show Your Commitment to End Diabetes Your donation will get us closer to finding a cure. And when you donate $50 or more, you'll receive a free American Diabetes Association® (ADA) T-shirt to display your commitment to our search for a cure. Donate Today Help us make diabetes a thing of the past! Friend, Millions develop diabetes every year and, without awareness, education, and resources, it can lead to more serious complications. The ADA advocates for and funds diabetes research that can help people living with diabetes reach their health goals. Donors like you help the ADA advance this critical, lifesaving research that impacts millions by providing new treatments that can reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications and, ultimately, discovering a cure.   Don't forget—if you donate $50 or more today, you'll receive a free ADA T-shirt to proudly display your support for those in the fight to end the deadly consequences of diabetes. Friend, your donation today will go a long way as we are committed more than ever to finding a cure to make diabetes and its burdens become a thing of the past! Can we count on you? Give Now       Donate Monthly Donate Once   Other Ways to Give:  Stock  |  Employer Match  |  Donate Your Car  |  Real Estate Donation Other Ways to Give:  Stock  |  Employer Match  |  Donate Your Car  |  Real Estate Donate © American Diabetes Association. All rights reserved. 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202 askada@diabetes.org | 1-800-342-2383 Learn more at diabetes.org Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe

Overcoming decision fatigue

Learn coping strategies ahead of the holidays in the November episode.

Living with diabetes means making countless decisions every day—from meal choices to medication timing. Over time, this can lead to decision fatigue, impacting both your mental health and diabetes management. Tune In In the newest episode of Diabetes Day by Day, join hosts with special guests: Aaron Sutton, LCSW, BCD, CAADC, Director of the Sutton Institute for Psychotherapy Casey Coffman, American Diabetes Association® volunteer and a person living with type 1 diabetes Together, they share personal and professional insights into how decision fatigue shows up and how to manage it. Discover practical ways to: Establish simple routines Streamline daily decisions Practice mindfulness Protect your mental bandwidth, especially during the upcoming holiday season Listen on Apple Music, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!  © American Diabetes Association. All rights reserved. 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202  askada@diabetes.org | 1-800-342-2383 Learn more at professional.diabetes.org Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe