I'm Samantha (Sam).  My son Saige (Elbowbumpkid) was diagnosed with T1D when he was 17 months old. Since then, our family has been fundraising and raising awareness about Type 1 Diabetes, and celebrated 10 years thriving with Type 1 in July 2018. We also love traveling to explore new places, running races together and binge watching Netflix.

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Our family has always been active in the diabetes community. Since 2008 we have fundraised over $100,000 for various T1D nonprofits. I also love planning social events to connect the the Type 1 community and support the nonprofits that help these kids thrive with T1D.

I am Shaleela Pina, mother to T1D warrior, Taylan, who was diagnosed at the age of 10 on 7/2/2021. After his diagnosis, we decided to make a personal goal to find a community that was passionate about finding a place for T1D families to learn and grow. Shortly thereafter, we found Elbowbumpkid Inc and have been a part of the community ever since. 

 

Whether it be through volunteering, advocacy, or just assisting newly diagnosed families... the goal is to help families thrive despite the diagnosis.

Hi! I'm Kaylyn, mama to two sweet kiddos (Audrey and Caroline) from central CT. My daughter, Audrey, was diagnosed Type 1 in 2022 when she was 9 years old. We were fortunate to find Elbowbumpkid pretty shortly after her diagnosis. Audrey loves attending events and hanging out with other kids who ride the Type 1 rollercoaster. We have found the community and connection that Elbowbumpkid provides to be so beneficial for our whole family.

 

I'm passionate about learning more about all aspects of T1D and helping T1s and their families thrive, as well as sharing what I learn with anyone willing to listen. I'm looking forward to being able to aid future EBK families in every way I can!

Hi! I'm Laura. My son, Brayden, was diagnosed with T1D at 11 years old. Today he is a vibrant, healthy and hard-working college student.

I have been involved with outreach for the past five years. I enjoying talking with others and sharing any information that I may have, as well as learning from others as well.
I am excited to join Elbowbumpkid Inc and am so proud to be a part of something that can help so many people. I hope to see you at our events.

I'm Saige Merwin, aka the Elbowbumpkid. I was diagnosed with T1D at 17 months old and have been managing it in conjunction with my busy life since. My family has devoted a lot of time over the years to volunteer work for T1D and while I was excited in 2019 to have a nonprofit named after me, I'm even more excited to join the Executive Board and help. Over the years I have been fortunate enough to experience so many T1D programs thanks to our community and look forward to many more years of connecting with my peers. 

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I like working with computers, skiing, skateboarding, and I play tennis on my high school team. 

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I'm proud to be the #elbowbumpkid!