Crohn's Disease
When there is redness, swelling (inflammation), and sores along the digestive tract. It is part of a group of diseases known as inflammatory bowel disease or IBD.
Crohn’s disease is a long-term (chronic) condition. It may come and go at different times in your child’s life. In most cases it affects the small intestine, most often the lower part called the ileum. In some cases, both the small and large intestines are affected.
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Colitis Disease
Swelling (inflammation) of large intestine.
Chron’s & Colitis- Connections
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Parents of Children with Chron's & Colitis
For parents/legal guardians of children who have a CONFIRMED DIAGNOSIS of Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis or IBD-U unclassified/indeterminate.
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Parents of Kids with IBD (Ulcerative Colitis & Chron's)
This is a group for parents and caregivers ONLY of children that have already been diagnosed with IBD (Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease).
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Kids with Chron's
A compassionate and respectful group for anyone caring for a child with pediatric Chron's disease.
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Pediatric Chron's Parents
Virtual Support Group for parents of kids who have been diagnosed with Crohn's Disease.
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Parents of Children with Chron's of Colitis
A place to vent, give support and share stories for parents/family/caregivers of children who suffer from IBD. Welcome to the group!
Type 1 Diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease in which insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas are mistakenly destroyed by the body’s immune system. T1D seems to have a genetic component. It occurs in children and adults. Its causes are not fully known, and there is currently no cure. People with T1D are dependent on injected or pumped insulin to survive
Facebook Connections
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T1 Teens & Kids Konnect
In this group kids and teens with type 1 diabetes will be able to connect with each other. Please follow the Facebook link and fill out the membership questions when you request to join.
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Parents & Caregivers of College Students with Diabetes
This page is administered by The Diabetes Link (formerly College Diabetes Network), a 501c3 nonprofit founded in 2009. Our mission is to empower young adults with diabetes by providing access to the peer support, connections, and expert resources they need to thrive. The group is moderated by The Diabetes Link Parent Program Staff.
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T1D Meals & Snacks
This is a group to share pre-counted meals with carbs of any count! The goal is for everyone to find some new ideas, be it snacks or meals. Hopefully this page can take away any food fears for newly diagnosed parents while allowing seasoned parents to swap recipes and try new things❤️
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Diabetes Support Group
This is a diabetes support group for type 1, type 2 and parents or care givers. You can ask each other questions and/or each other.
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T1 College Transition, Forum for Parents
This group is intended for parents of high school and college aged children with T1d. This is a forum to discuss a broad range of topics concerning this age group and the transition to college as well as college life with T1d.
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Parents of T1 Tweens, Teens & Young Adults
A group for parents/caregivers of tweens (T1 child must be at least 10 years old), teens and young adults with Type 1 Diabetes. The group is dedicated to the unique issues of this age group especially as it relates to Type 1.
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Parents of Type1 Diabetics
This is a support group for Parents with T1 diabetic children.