When should I tell my date about diabetes?
You need to tell people that you have diabetes when you feel the time is right.
If you treat your diabetes as a natural, everyday part of your life, your date will feel more
comfortable asking and learning about it.
What should I share about low blood sugars?
It is important for your date to understand your reactions to low blood sugars.
Tell your date what to do if you cannot treat yourself.
Explain that these changes in behavior are not to be taken personally.
What should I tell the person I am dating about diabetes care?
Explain the connection between food, insulin and blood sugar.
Dispel the myth about what you can and cannot eat.
If consuming alcohol, discuss how it may affect you.
Discuss social situations that may arise, the importance of being prepared
for the unexpected, and consequences if you are not...
When should I include my significant other in the awareness of ongoing diabetes care responsibilities?
As your relationship becomes more serious, it is probably time for your significant other to
understand the day-to-day things that you have to do to take care of yourself, such as:
Think about suggesting a meeting between the person you are dating and your parents,
who have knowledge about your diabetes.
Do not expect the significant other to learn everything in one day. It takes communication to become
knowledgeable and supportive.
See what four people say about their experiences with dating and diabetes:
Erin, who has been married for three years to someone with diabetes, shares her thoughts.
Jenn, while in college dated someone with diabetes and is now engaged to him.
Jody and Matt, her boyfriend, talk about her diabetes.