enjoy your life while it last girl
Dang I feel bad for her but, she keeps going like I wouldn't be able to deal with it and her friend died
this is really nice
I notice that the Pump she uses has to be changed every couple of days, she also takes shots, They use skin prep wipes when she goes swimming. They check her blood pressure at 12:00 3:00 and 6:00 when its like 5 to 6 hours its not good cuz then something could happen. so they have to check her every 3 hours to make sure she's okay.... cuz if she doesn't get checked on she can die
The moment that stood out to me the most is when Grace's mom displayed all of her medicines on the counter. This showed me all the precautions that he has to take just to stay alive. One thing that I found interesting was the fact that she has a dog to tell her when her blood sugar is low. A message that I will take from this is documentary to never take health for granted or another day for granted because we never know what can happen to us. Some thing that challenged what I knew, was the that only five percent of the people that have diabetes have type 1 diabetes and that type 1 diabetes can be more dangerous than type 2 diabetes.
My cousin has type 1 diabetes. She has her pump and her insulin and her daily checking routine. It is common for her to check and find that her blood sugar is a little too high or too low. It scares me to think that one day she may not be here because of this. Many people dont know that there are different types of diabetes and that make it hard for many people with it to talk about it. I know that that is what makes it hard for my cousin. Most people just dont understand, but how could they they're not the one with it.
after watching what graces go through on daily makes me realize that i take a lot of things for granted. i didn't noticed how good i have it til i noticed the struggles she has to go through and the more she has on the way. what stood out for me was that graces mom had to wake up 3 times during her sleep every single day and the dad alternate the days. one moment that hit me was that she has to go through so much all the time. her parents are so concerned and very loving of their daughter. was really shocked me too was that there is only five percent of people around the world that have type one diabetes and shes one of the rare cases. a very scary thing was that four of graces friends passed away because of this causes. the fact that children all around the world came together for the funeral of her friend was very sad. i feel for grace and her struggles , shes happy and not taking things for granted.
moments that stood out for me was seeing that both parents had to take turns to check grace's 3 hours. also that many of her friends her age died around her age, also just with the thought knowing that that can be you one do in the casket. The messages i will take from the videos is that i will not take my life for granted because there is people out there in the world that have it way worse than me because she has to deal with that that for her whole life and for a teen to have constantly with that is just hard to imagine.
A moment that stood out for me is that amount of medication that Grace has to take to take in order for her life to be safe. This really made me think of diabetes differently. I didn't know that it was a very serious condition. i was surprised at the amount of her friends who died from the same conditions and most of them it was through their sleep. know this really made me under stand why her mom would check on her throughout the night. the emotions that i take from this is that i have a better understanding of people with diabetes and i will not only think it is only because the eat a lot of sugar.
It is very sad to know how much Grace suffers everyday from Type 1 diabetes. She has to be taking shots constantly everyday to add insulin to her body. Her parents also struggle having to wake up everyday at midnight, three, and six. Sometimes many people do not take care of themselves when having diabetes. People also think that diabetes only occurs when eating to much sugar. Four of Grace's friends have died already because of diabetes. Three of them died at night during their sleep, which is very scary. The other one died in the morning. Grace's parents also have to be careful not to miss a dosage because Grace might die.
It is very sad to know that Grace suffers a lot from Type 1 diabetes. Grace has to be taking shots constantly everyday to add insulin into her body. Grace's parents also struggle because they have to wake up everyday at midnight, three, and six. Her dogs also alert someone her in case Grace has seizure. Sometimes people do not take care of themselves when having diabetes of any type. People also think that you only get diabetes from eating to sugar. Four of Grace's friends already died from diabetes. Three of them died during their sleep, which is very scary. The other one died in the morning. Grace's parents should also be very careful not to miss a dosage because Grace might die.
This video was very surprising to me, i knew the basics of having to deal with diabetes and having to inject yourself and keep your blood sugar at a certain level but this film made me realise how little i actually know about it. The constant process that Grace has to go through just seems so exhausting and much more detailed and complicated than i ever thought it would be. I cant even imagine the constant fear the Grace is living in, having to deal with a life threatening condition knowing that 4 of her friends who are around her age have died from it.
This video reminded me of people I know and care about who have type 1 diabetes. I can't help but feel awful for anyone who has diabetes because they have to go through so much almost every minute of everyday so they don't DIE. I never realized that anyone that has diabetes has to take that much medication. Grace seems like a very strong and independent woman, ignoring those people who judge and talk about her and that still has high hopes for her future. Clearly, her parents really care for her because they are willing to take almost as much time out of their day to make sure she nothing goes wrong. I just hope that there is going to be a permanent cure soon.
After witnessing Grace's daily struggles it made me realize that so many have to face this on the daily. It is a common misconception that diabetes are not a big deal and we often do not pay attention to the severity of this disease. The fact that Grace pumps large amounts of medicine into her body and must be cautious about what she does to live is heartbreaking for someone her age. Kudos to her parents who have taken on the responsibility of checking in on their daughter frequently in order to assure that she is not in danger or needs help. I have major respect for Grace, who can live her life just like any teenager despite her tragic condition.
Immediately seeing the medicine or pumps that Grace and her mother have to prepare for Grace each morning was really shocking because it honestly is so much work. I knew beforehand that Diabetes can be a very life threatening disease that is very serious but actually seeing this video made it seem so much more real. When her mother was talking about missing one of the alarms I could almost feel the fear she most like experienced when she realized she had missed the alarm. Hearing about her friends who all died was extremely devastating, their normal teenage life and childhood has basically been forever changed because of a disease they had little control over and it's so sad.
In the film, I was extremely surprised to hear what Grace goes through everyday. People really take diabetes for granted and make it seem harmless, but it is a serious disease that can result in death. I also quickly thought about the procedures Grace goes through everyday in order to live a normal life. Grace uses lots of medicine and many precautionary measures to go through the day and to stay alive. With this condition, Grace's parents very frequently check on her to see if Grace is going to be okay. Its a huge sacrifice that the parents make and I have lots of respect for them. In this film, I really liked how Grace can do many things, even with her condition. With all the procedures Grace takes in the morning, she still aspires to live normally.
@ nikhil i agree that people don't think much the this condio. they usually think it cant harm a person but they don't understand that it is a very serious condition and it can result to a person dying. i also agree the with the having respect for her parent because if they didn't care then Grace would have been going through worst conditions .
in this film the first thing i noticed was how much medicine and medical things Grace uses on a daily basis. i never really knew the full extent of type 1 diabetes but this shows me it is no joke and people die from it. For example she said that four of her friends died from type 1 diabetes and when i was 11 my uncle died after having to get his leg amputated because of diabetes. what i will take from this film is just because you have a living condition that restricts some things, you are still able to do stuff.
In the film the moment that stood out to me was in the beginning when Grace's mother was taking out all of the things that Grace has to take on a daily basis. Also, another moment that stood out to me was when four of Grace's friends passed away from diabetes. The message that I took away from this film is that even when you think that you are going through a lot, there are always people out there that are going through worse daily. Also, this taught me to be strong throughout everything just like Grace.
I agree that it was interesting to see all of the medicine Grace must take every day and all of the supplies it takes to keep her safe. The way she treats shows how used to it her and her mother are yet to us it seems like an insane amount. It is great to see her have such a positive outlook on life even though so many of her friends have passed from the same thing. This video delivers a great message like you said and more people should be exposed to something like this to show that there is always a positive way to look at something.
That moment stood out to me too. I was amazed to see just how much medication and supplies that was needed for Grace. All of that stuff im sure take up a lot of space and is probably expensive. When i think about the message portrayed by this film, i wasnt really thinking in the direction that someone always has it worse, but that is a good point to bring up. In this video it was very much shown that even Grace herself although she is dealing with a lot and has to constantly go through this draining process daily, knows people who have it worse, meaning her friends who have passed away.
I think it's really shocking to see how some people have to go through such horrible diseases such as Type 1 diabetes and especially at such a young age. This is a serious thing that a lot of people take for granted or laugh at because they don't fully understand it. Grace's mom pulling out all of her supplies needed to take care of Grace really shows the severity of her conditions. The fear she has of knowing that if just one thing goes wrong she could die just terrifies her and rightly so. It really stood out to me when her mother talked about how all of the kids understood and were wise beyond their years by knowing that they could be next to be having the funeral. The film shows that while yes Grace is living with this condition and it somewhat restricts her, she can still go out and do things like other teens.
I agree that people don't understand how serious diabetes can be. Also the fact the severity of her situation is crucial to her survival. If she doesn't have her regular routine checkups she could die in her sleep as well. I think that having type 1 diabetes is one thing, but having more than several of her friends dying from the same diagnosis is another. Being a teenager is enough of a handful already. I think that Grace has a lot of courage for what situation she is put in and I also agree that her friends were very wise in what they understood could happen to them.
Grace Chamberlain has to burden of living with Type ! diabetes. Her and her family have to make sure and regulate her blood sugar levels at all times. While watching the video it wasn't surprising to me that four of her friends died from Type 1 diabetes because when I was in sixth grade one of my friends died from diabetes. It made me happy that Grace can still do normal things and she isn't restricted from living her life.
I agree that it isn't surprising to see that 4 of her friends died from the same disease as her. I know quite a few people with diabetes and there aren't many people who understand the severity of the disease. If a person eats a certain food that isn't good for their conditions it can lead to severe health problems and even have the potential to cause their death. It's a startling realization but one that people need to come to terms with and understand that diabetes isn't something to laugh at at all. Diabetes is a problem facing many people and it may not even be due to poor lifestyle choices that they have developed it.
i feel so much for grace because she has to go through this every single day and the constant burden of type one diabetes. she can't have a normal life like every teenager, i'm scared for her when she goes to college and i hope she can take her dog along with her. she dosent take things for granted because she could die any day since her friends had died during their sleep and on during the morning.
It is interesting to see how Grace reacts to all of the medicines and supplies they use to treat her diabetes. She says she is trying to act interested which made me realise that to us outsiders, her life looks insane but to her and her family it is just how they live. The positivity and hope Grace and her mother have is amazing as they make the best out of what they have and look forward to the future. I have the utmost respect for Grace and her family for they have gone through this monotonous yet important routine of checking her blood sugar constantly for eight years to make sure she stays at a healthy level. It was saddening to learn that four of her friends have died from diabetes, the fact that she too could die at any moment must be so frightening yet they continue living happily in their own way.
After watching I also realized how their everyday life that is normal to them even as it is filled with all the medication even thought it is completely the opposite of normal to those of us fortunate enough to not have been born or developed any life threatening diseases. I completely understand and feel the same way about the newfound respect for the family, I could never even begin to imagine how they must feel having to dedicate so much time to keeping up with her health and the fear they constantly have to deal with. From this video I really like we got to see the strength and energy a person and the people around them dealing with a disease like this has to give to the disease itself and I'll now forever respect them in a new way.
The moment that stood out to me the most was the fact that four of Grace's previous friendships ended because of death from the disease. It is really hard on both the mother and Grace to have to keep up with Grace's unpredictable insulin levels. The midnight, three A.M and Six A.M is a really hard schedule to follow but because of the love and devotion that the mother has for Grace, she is able to keep up with it. I is a harsh surprise to me to see a wonderful family like this that can break apart because of an unpredictable death of a wonderful child that was cared for and love by a wonderful family who were willing dedicate long hours and broken sleep in order to save a wonderful soul that they have raised.
Yeah, I feel like that was a very shocking part to many people who have not heard of people dying from diabetes. The schedule is hard to deal with and I couldn't imagine how she does it. Grace is a very strong individual.
I also found that part surprising and a bit heartbreaking that she had to use all that medicine just to survive on the daily. The schedule that she has to follow on the daily is quite difficult to manage and I give her major props for dealing with it.
That's what I was thinking. I don't mean to sound negative but what if she dies? Just imagine after all of that hard work her and her parents had to go through. And there are millions of families that are going through the same thing. I have lost one friend of mine and that is already enough. Having to lose four friends for the same reason is too much to bear. Grace showed me that you have to have a strong heart and be devoted to keep yourself happy.
Grace Chamberlain is a teen living with Type I Diabetes, a very dangerous disease in which the body’s immune system attacks parts of the pancreas. It is very interesting and heartbreaking to see a teen, or anyone, living with Type I Diabetes because of the amount of monitoring her parents have to do in order for her to be safe. I cannot imagine what it must be like for Grace or her parents in that situation because they might have had to come to terms with the fact that she might suddenly die in her sleep or maybe at the breakfast table especially since she does not even have a pancreas. In surprised me that Grace’s mother thought she acted like a child because it is thought that someone with a disease of this severity might have matured faster in order to cope with their situation.
I found this film highly interesting because I never actually been walked through, or even experienced any type of diabetes before. To see this young girl go through so much and with the help of her courageous mother is inspiring and makes me realize that I should never ever take anything for granted, and that I am extremely blessed to where I don't have to wake up every few hours and to check my blood. Or I don't have to fear for my life that I could be gone any second as much as she does. What was really cool though was her service dog, how the dog helps her through alot and is really smart.
i agree with you that the film is interesting because you never know how people life is until you see how they are suffering everyday with a lot of medication so they can stay alive. what caught my eye is how the dog noticed when her sugar started to get low and gave her a signal about it. it also shows how dogs are smart and can help save your life.
I agree with you. Grace suffers a lot from Type 1 diabetes, but she is able to to go through the pain. I am thankful that I do not have to be checked on constantly everyday to make sure if my blood sugar is high or low. Her dog is her rescuer in case of a seizure that occurs to Grace. I am glad to have good health and strength in my body. What Grace has can happen to anybody at anytime. It is very shocking she might die at anytime during the day or even when she's asleep. She can't live without their parents, because she needs someone to take care of her.
After watching the film “Midnight Three & Six” I can not imagine being the parent of or being a person with type one diabetes. The fact that you could die at any moment would scare me as a parent and especially as the person going through it. The good thing I got from this film was that Grace had a dog that would help her with her problems. If I was a type one diabetic having a dog that understood me and was their for me would probably be the only thing that would get me through all the treatment and difficulties.
I'm not a parent, but I can feel scared for the parents that have to deal with the constant anxiety wondering if their child would live or not. I was really happy when I saw that Grace had her dog to make sure she was ok. And that she really had a connection with her dog was heartwarming . Grace also took lots of medicine which was really interesting because I didn't think that it would take that much medicine to help somebody with type 1 diabetes.
This video talk about a teenager, Grace Chamberlain, with Type I diabetes which mean she can died at any moment. I was really surprise at the amount of medicine and medical tools the family needed in order to keep her alive. Grace and her mother seem very positive and hopeful even though they are worried that something could happen suddenly. I admire their ability to deal with this dangerous condition and still find something to be happy about. They have to be careful and constantly monitor Grace blood sugar level which seem exhausting and difficult to manage everyday. The message of this video is not to take the little thing, like being able to participate in activities and go to places, for granted.
Moments that stood out to me in this film were that four of Grace's friends died from the disease in the past five years, that she watches The Office, and that her mom hopes for an artificial pancreas. Being surrounded by that much death and worry should be hardening, but she still does ordinary activities that bring her joy. Science and medicine must have come far to give people artificial pancreases and the chance to live better lives. It is surprising to hear that people assume she's a Type 2 diabetic; that she ate too much sugar. It is ignorant to assume that Grace acquired the disease from not taking care of herself. I never knew that diabetic alert dogs existed. The way the dog was so attentive and helpful in the film was uplifting to see. I did not anticipate to hear that her family first thought her symptoms were from the flu. Going from that to a chronic disease must have been an extremely difficult situation to face, especially at a young age. Overall, this film was informative and thought-provoking. Type 1 Diabetes is not discussed and understood as much as Type 2, and the more people are informed, the greater the chance people like Grace have to live less worrisome lives.
Grace Chamberlain have to live with the dangerous condition of Type 1 diabetes, Grace and her mother have to be cautious and constantly monitor her blood sugar level. I was also shocked to learn that four of her friend died from Type 1 diabetes, it is sad that so many kids have to struggle with this disease. It is inspiring to see Grace participating in normal activities and enjoying her life even with the disease. I agree that people should know more about diseases like Type 1 diabetes so they can deal with these situation better. Medical advancement can give Grace an opportunities to continue to live her life without worrying about whether she is going to die soon.
I agree one hundred percent, We need to be more informed about type 1 diabetes because people like Grace are negatively affected by the lack of knowledge. This wonderful family can be broken at anytime and if something were to happen. Our best hopes for the future of helping young people with type 1 diabetes to live longer wonderful lives is to inform more people in order to raise their curiosity to encourage people to want to do something to help. We need more doctors, philosophers, engineers and pharmacists to want to improve the quality and technologies to find ways to improve the situation for families with a loved one that has type 1 diabetes.
I thought the same thing how even though she has had four friends die and she has to do all of these extra things to maintain her health, that she still manages to basically do what teenagers do, living her life and finding the positives in things. She seems very optimistic which shows that no matter what you go through or what you are going through that you can either find the light in the situation, or be the light.
Being a mom of a teenager with type 1 diabetes, I understand where the family is coming from. However, I don't know why the mom doesn't have the child wear a continuous glucose monitor instead of checking her constantly. I do not know any parents that so strictly check their t1D teenager children like this.
As a teenager with no severe medical problems I can not imagine what you and your child goes through daily trying to deal with this illness. Since I do not have type one diabetes and I do not know anyone with type one diabetes I do not know why the mom checks her child constantly. Maybe it was direct orders from her doctor or maybe the mom just feels better about checking on her herself. However, I am glad that I watched this film so that I can better understand what people with type one diabetes go through daily and what part of their treatment is.
I can understand your confusion of Grace's mother's constant monitoring. I wonder if she is more afraid of such a device malfunctioning, or if the device would restrict Grace from doing the activities she likes to do. The parents may not fully trust the technology, or even can't afford it, so checking seems to be the next best option. But since you said that you also have a teenager with Type 1 Diabetes, I am guessing that your glucose monitor does work, so now I also question why the mother in the film chooses to check manually.
I cannot imagine what it must be like for a child let alone a parent with a diabetic child because it must be heartbreaking to see your child living with a disease and hoping the best for them because you cannot always be with them. I understand your confusion with Grace's parents' decision of monitoring her glucose levels manually instead of using a monitor but it could possibly because she wants to do it herself to be reassured that they are stable.