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Brooke Shields’ daughter Rowan opens up about her terrifying experience with undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes in 2018.
Now 21 and a college student, Rowan recalls the red flags she ignored as a high school freshman. She experienced rapid weight loss, despite consuming large amounts of food, and frequent urination. Her eyesight also began to deteriorate, and she developed a severe toe infection.
Rowan was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes later that year and has been managing the condition ever since. She has taken to Instagram to raise awareness and share her journey, often posting photos that highlight her Dexcom patch.
Rowan’s mother expressed how helpless she felt initially, but admired Rowan’s quick maturity and competence as she took control of her diabetes at just 14, managing her insulin shots independently and growing up rapidly in the process.
Rowan explained that managing her diabetes is a constant, 24/7 responsibility, with a pump and Dexcom patch on her stomach that continuously monitor her glucose levels. She emphasized that it’s about navigating the challenges and finding ways to manage the condition as part of her daily life.
Brooke expressed admiration for Rowan’s resilience, saying, ‘There were times I wished that I was diagnosed at 5 because I knew a life without it.’ Rowan chimed in, ‘But even from the four years that I’ve had it, there’s already been so many advancements in technology.’
Rowan concluded, ‘Regardless of whatever headache, you find a way around it. It’s something that I have and it’s now just about managing.’
Brooke shared that it took some time for Rowan to find her comfort level with the monitor and insulin shots, but eventually, she found a way to manage her diabetes and live a fulfilling life.