Trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones can be stressful, so we’ve put together a list of gifts for your special someone who lives with type 1 diabetes (T1D).
From cute T1D supplies to helpful guides and gifts for kids, we’ve got you covered this holiday season.
If a strictly T1D themed gift isn’t quite your loved one’s style, then you can make sure you’re buying with purpose to support Breakthrough T1D.
Breakthrough T1D works with numerous partners to support our life-changing research and give you some handy discounts!
T1DE Essential Crossbody bag
If your loved one with T1D likes to travel, or they live in a warmer climate, an insulin cooler bag can be a useful gift for them.
Designed for life on the go, T1DE’s Essential Crossbody Bag is built for everyday life with diabetes, and everything that comes with it. Two insulated compartments keep essentials in check and insulin cool, with a sleek, water-resistant finish to keep it all protected.
Use code BREAK15 for 15% off at check out!
Compression socks
If your loved one with T1D uses compression socks, consider vamping up their collection by gifting them some new ones this Christmas!
Compression socks can help improve circulation, reduce swelling and prevent clots for people with T1D – but they don’t have to be boring. Funky Sock Co offers a range of funky compression socks, from ankle to crew and knee-high lengths.
They aren’t for everyone though, so make sure to check in with your loved one beforehand to ensure it’s the perfect gift for them.
Check out the Funky Sock Co range.
Self-care
Caring for your feet is incredibly important when living with T1D, as it can help prevent and care for complications down the line.
Synx Body offers innovative footcare and podiatry products to support various conditions, with plenty of options to choose from. Help your loved one protect and care for their feet with podiatrist-developed and recommended diabetic footcare products.
Entertainment membership
Does your special person love to try new things? Why not gift them an experience this Christmas!
Entertainment memberships provide discounts for dining, shopping, travel and attractions, as well as services such as parking, gym membership and beauty services. This is the perfect gift for that special someone who can be a little picky when it comes to presents.
Krystle Knight Jewellery
If your type 1 loved one is a fan of jewellery, Krystle Knight Jewellery has got you covered! The ‘Make It Visible’ collection offers a range of bracelets, necklaces and rings, so you can find the perfect fit for your special someone this Christmas.
The crystals in this collection create calm, offer growth, strength and resilience to its wearer – and $20 from every ‘Make It Visible’ piece sold will be donated directly to Breakthrough T1D to support T1D research!
Shop the Make It Visible range.
Insulin pump belts
If your type 1 loved one uses a pump, an insulin pump belt might be the perfect gift for them! Pump belts are a discreet and comfortable way to keep insulin pumps secure and accessible throughout the day.
Check out this hypoallergenic belt from Glucology.
Custom medical ID bracelet
A custom medical ID bracelet can be the perfect gift (and a stylish way to stay safe in an emergency). It’s important for anyone with a medical condition to wear a medical ID bracelet with crucial information like the wearer’s name, medical conditions and emergency contact details. This helps emergency responders know vital details.
Stores like Auswara offer stylish bracelets that can be personalised.
Check out the range of medical bracelets at Auswara.
Breakthrough T1D guides
Give the gift of knowledge this Christmas with our free T1D guides for families, adults and loved ones. These can be the perfect addition to any Christmas gift to let your special someone that you’re thinking of them.
Kids’ books about T1D
Books are a fantastic way to engage with children and start conversations about T1D. They help normalise the condition and show children (and their siblings and friends) that they can do everything other kids do.
See the best books to help explain the basics of T1D for kids.
Barbie with T1D
Meet the first Barbie doll with T1D! Barbie partnered with Breakthrough T1D to design a doll that celebrates this wonderful community. To manage her T1D, Barbie uses an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitor (CGM).
Barbie with T1D is mostly sold out, but can be found on international Amazon stores and some Big W, Target and Kmart stores. We’re hoping for a restock in 2026 – head to the Mattel site to be notified when more become available.
Check out more T1D-focused toys here.
Find more ways to buy with purpose and support Breakthrough T1D with discounts on fuel, travel, phone plans and more.
