I would suggest portioning/measuring everyones food according to serving sizes indicated on packaging and telling the kids that is is healthy for everyone and considerate of your d-child's needs. We stress with my daughter (diagnosed at age 3 a little over 5 years ago) that she can't share her food because the carbs have been counted and insulin has been given. We have tried to empower her with the words to use in case someone asks for something from her lunch. We also tell her that she can eat whatever she wants as long as she takes her insulin for the carbs. However, since she is not in charge of her Diabetes right now, she's not allowed to take food from anyone else unless she checks with an adult on her care team.
Giving injections will get better in time. Make sure that you have the smallest needles...ask the care team about yours and what other options are available if you don't currently have them.
For testing, the OneTouch Delica lancets and the AccuChek Multiclix are the ones my daughter prefers.
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