Navigating Life as a Type 1 Diabetic
Last week I got a new phone, not because I have to have the latest and greatest tech, but because I’m a diabetic. I never imagined my phone choice would one day be tied directly to my survival… but here we are. I’ve always been an Android girl — Google Calendar, Google Docs, Gmail, all…
This week has been a whirlwind. On Wednesday, October 29, my husband was laid off, along with a number of others from his company. Two days later, on Friday, October 31, our health insurance ended. We were given just a 48-hour notice that our Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage was expiring. Of course, COBRA is…
Becoming a diabetic at age 35 meant I had to redefine my “normal.” Life would never be the same, but I was determined to live as close to normal as possible. With three young boys (5 months old, 7 years old, and 9 years old), I knew I had to find a way. I allowed…
The Cost of Care About a year ago I discovered the Medical Management program offered by my local hospital. Diabetic supplies are not cheap even with good health insurance, so I accept all the help I can get. Before this program, I paid $20 for a 20-day supply of insulin ($1/day). Through the medical management…
Explore a comprehensive guide on managing type-1 diabetes (T1D). Learn about diabetes care, technology, meal management, and emergencies.
Navigating the complexities of Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA), a hybrid of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, brings uncertainties about prevention and familial implications. How do we find balance between seeking certainty through genetic testing and the potential anxiety of knowing.
Type 1 Diabetes is Not My Fault Receiving a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes can be overwhelming and challenging. It’s a chronic condition that requires lifelong management, and often, it’s not fully understood by those who haven’t experienced it firsthand. Unfortunately, misconceptions and well-meaning but misguided comments can add to the burden. One common misconception…
Simplifying Insulin Dosage and Carb Tracking Living with diabetes can be a challenging journey, especially for those who are new to managing the condition. Calculating insulin dosages, keeping track of carbs, and maintaining glucose levels has been a daunting task for me. I can’t imagine having to do it for one of my kids. I…
Recognizing the Signs In the world of health, some conditions are masters of disguise, and Type 1 diabetes is undoubtedly one of them. Looking back, I can see there were some small signs that, at the time, I brushed off with plausible explanations. Here’s a glimpse into my journey of recognizing the subtle signs of…
