After finding out that their 6-year-old son Miles has type 1 diabetes, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are going through some new things. The family is known for talking about personal parts of their lives, and they have talked about their emotional journey and thanked their fans for all of their support.
Chrissy Teigen shared the news on Instagram, talking about how a normal illness led to a finding that changed her life. Miles was in the hospital because he had a serious case of shigella, an infection of the intestines that is caused by bacteria in water or food. At first, the infection was thought to be related to an outbreak at a camp, but Miles’ blood tests showed something wasn’t quite right, which led to more tests.
The family has started a new chapter after being told that the child has type 1 diabetes, a long-term disease in which the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin. Teigen talked about how upsetting it was when they gave Miles his first insulin shot and said that they are both still getting used to their new lives.
Teigen talked about how important community and support are as they start this journey. Fans had seen a glucose monitor on Miles’ arm in an earlier picture, which led to a flood of letters and texts from people with type 1 diabetes. Teigen thanked the community for being kind and generous, and she stressed how comforting it is for Miles to know he is not alone.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have always been honest about the good and bad parts of being parents. As they start a new chapter, they are still determined to treat it with the same honesty and strength. The couple is determined to help Miles and spread information about type 1 diabetes by using their fame to teach and motivate others.
The huge amount of support from fans shows how important society and education are. Miles and his family are strong and flexible, and they are showing others how to deal with their new situation.
