Table of Contents

Foreword; Chapter 1. Diagnosis; Chapter 2. Managing Adolescence; Chapter 3. Eating; Chapter 4. Eating Disorders; Chapter 5. Exercise; Chapter 6. Dating Sex & Marriage; Chapter 7. Working Girl; Chapter 8. Travel; Chapter 9. Pregnancy; Chapter 10. Motherhood; Chapter 11. Aging Gracefully, Resources, References.

About the Author

Amy Stockwell Mercer is a freelance writer in Charleston, SC. She graduated with her MFA in nonfiction writing from Queens University in Charlotte, NC. Her writing has appeared in Charleston Magazine, skirt! Magazine, Literary Mama, Cup of Comfort For Writers, Chicken Soup for the Power Mom's Soul, Art Magazine, The City Paper, Charleston Style and Design, Diabetes Health, and Diabetes Forecast. Amy is the Blog Editor and Chronic Mama Columnist for Literary Mama, and blogs about living with diabetes at Dreaming About Water Amy has lived with type 1 Diabetes for 25 years.

Reviews

"This is not a very large book, but I was surprised how complete and comprehensive it is. It feels as if you are chatting with a group of friends who truly understand what it is like to live as a woman with diabetes and it does not get boring or become a chore to read. I highly recommend this one."--Elizabeth Woolley, about.com Type 2 Diabetes Guide
" Imparting critical information for diabetic women in pursuit of a healthy and fulfilling life, Mercer covers a range of topics, including finding the right medical team, gaining control through information and communication, managing adolescence, diet, and exercise. Special attention is given to eating disorders and body image; dating, sex, and marriage; pregnancy and motherhood; and telling others about one's condition. An excellent resource for those seeking information about the impact of diabetes on women's lives; the many personal stories lend warmth and accessibility"--"Library Journal"
"Well worth a look...it presents