✦ The CarbCue blog ✦
Notes from a T1D dad.
Honest writing about life with a kid who has Type 1 Diabetes — the diagnosis morning, carb counting, restaurants, parties, the gear, and the slow process of finding a calmer rhythm.
Latest · Our story
Signs of Type 1 Diabetes We Almost Missed
Our daughter's blood sugar was higher than the meter could read. Here's what we almost missed — and the symptoms every parent should know.
June 5, 2026 · 7 min read
Carb counting
How to Estimate Carbs from a Photo (and Where Your Eyes Lie)
Your eyes are going to lie to you. Here's what we've learned about estimating carbs from a photo — and the mental shortcuts that help us get close.
7 min read
How it works
Why the Curve Matters More Than the Carb Count
Same 40 grams of carbs, two completely different nights. Understanding the curve changed how our family thinks about food and T1D.
8 min read
Real life
Eating Out With a T1D Kid (Without Ruining Dinner)
From Chick-fil-A to birthday pizza parties, here's how we handle restaurant carb counting without letting T1D take over the table.
7 min read
Real life
Birthday Parties, Sleepovers & the Cupcake Talk
The first birthday party invite after diagnosis sent me into a quiet spiral. Here's what we figured out — and why T1D doesn't mean no parties.
7 min read
Our story
What a T1D Family Actually Needs in the First 30 Days
The first 30 days after a T1D diagnosis are a blur. Here's what actually matters — and what you can safely ignore for now.
8 min read
Gear & basics
Pumps, pens, CGMs, and apps: what each one actually does
When Audrey was diagnosed I didn't know MDI from AID. Here's the gear glossary I wish someone had handed me on day one.
9 min read