About the Book
Mommy, I Have Diabetes is the authentic story of Imani – a young, wise, Black girl – who diagnoses herself with Type 1 diabetes, experiencing an uphill battle to be heard, and leading the way for her mother, her grandparents, and even her doctor to learn about growing up with diabetes. Once Imani learned about the signs, and started to feel dryness in her mouth, the urge to urinate, this little Black girl decided to act against all odds.
Mommy, I Think I Have Diabetes has a simple mission: It teaches us to listen and trust our youngest voices, offering them the power to lead us. Adults and kids in every walk of life can find teachable moments in this story – and can encourage our youngest family members to speak up and lead the way, to empower little girls with Type 1 diabetes to learn, lead, and teach their own families.
