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Why Diabetic Eye Screenings Are So Important
Wondering why diabetic eye screenings matter? This guide explains how regular eye checks can help prevent diabetic retinopathy and protect your vision when living with diabetes
Why Diabetic Eye Screenings Are So Important
Wondering why diabetic eye screenings matter? This guide explains how regular eye checks can help prevent diabetic retinopathy and protect your vision when living with diabetes
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How to Prepare for Your Diabetic Review Appointment
If you're anything like me, in-person diabetes appointments haven’t been a thing since before Covid. After years of virtual check-ins and relying on emails with my diabetic specialist nurse (DSN),...
How to Prepare for Your Diabetic Review Appointment
If you're anything like me, in-person diabetes appointments haven’t been a thing since before Covid. After years of virtual check-ins and relying on emails with my diabetic specialist nurse (DSN),...
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Diaversary Gift Ideas: The Perfect Way to Celebrate a Diabetic’s Milestone
If you're searching for the perfect Diaversary gift, you’re in the right place! Whether you’re a type one diabetic yourself or looking for a diabetic gift for a loved one,...
Diaversary Gift Ideas: The Perfect Way to Celebrate a Diabetic’s Milestone
If you're searching for the perfect Diaversary gift, you’re in the right place! Whether you’re a type one diabetic yourself or looking for a diabetic gift for a loved one,...
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What to Get Your Diabetic Loved One This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is all about love, thoughtful gestures, and spoiling the special people in your life. But if your loved one happens to be diabetic, you might find yourself wondering,...
What to Get Your Diabetic Loved One This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is all about love, thoughtful gestures, and spoiling the special people in your life. But if your loved one happens to be diabetic, you might find yourself wondering,...
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What is a Diaversary...
A Diaversary is the anniversary of the day you were diagnosed with diabetes. It’s a little word mash-up of "diabetes" and "anniversary," and in the diabetes community, it’s kind of...
What is a Diaversary...
A Diaversary is the anniversary of the day you were diagnosed with diabetes. It’s a little word mash-up of "diabetes" and "anniversary," and in the diabetes community, it’s kind of...
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10 Tips To Avoid Hypos in the Heat
Summer is here, and while I love soaking up the sun, it does bring its own set of challenges for those of us managing diabetes. Did you know that heat...
10 Tips To Avoid Hypos in the Heat
Summer is here, and while I love soaking up the sun, it does bring its own set of challenges for those of us managing diabetes. Did you know that heat...
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5 Tips for Stylish and Secure CGM Wear: Keep Your Device Stuck Down with Ease!
Let's talk about one of those pesky little things we all deal with: keeping our CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) stuck down. I know the struggle all too well - there's...
5 Tips for Stylish and Secure CGM Wear: Keep Your Device Stuck Down with Ease!
Let's talk about one of those pesky little things we all deal with: keeping our CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) stuck down. I know the struggle all too well - there's...
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Tips to help get through tough diabetes days
We all have those days when diabetes feels like an uphill battle. Here are some tips that help me get through the tough times:Mindful Moments: Sometimes, we just need a...
Tips to help get through tough diabetes days
We all have those days when diabetes feels like an uphill battle. Here are some tips that help me get through the tough times:Mindful Moments: Sometimes, we just need a...
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Staying Hydrated as a Type One Diabetic
Let’s chat about something super important – staying hydrated. We’ve all heard it before: "Drink more water!" But as a Type One Diabetic, hydration is even more crucial. Here’s why...
Staying Hydrated as a Type One Diabetic
Let’s chat about something super important – staying hydrated. We’ve all heard it before: "Drink more water!" But as a Type One Diabetic, hydration is even more crucial. Here’s why...
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Insulin Pump Recommendations
As someone who transitioned from insulin injections to insulin pumps after two decades, I understand the importance of finding the right fit for your lifestyle and diabetes management needs. Having...
Insulin Pump Recommendations
As someone who transitioned from insulin injections to insulin pumps after two decades, I understand the importance of finding the right fit for your lifestyle and diabetes management needs. Having...
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Diabetes Skincare Update: Embracing Change for Healing
Today, I'm opening up about a significant shift in my diabetes skincare routine – one that's all about embracing change and prioritising healing. So, grab a cozy spot and let's...
Diabetes Skincare Update: Embracing Change for Healing
Today, I'm opening up about a significant shift in my diabetes skincare routine – one that's all about embracing change and prioritising healing. So, grab a cozy spot and let's...
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Breaking News: 'Diabetic' Foods Are Now Illegal!
Have you ever found yourself reaching for a 'diabetic' chocolate bar, thinking it's a safer option for managing your blood sugar levels? Or perhaps you've stocked up on 'diabetic' snacks,...
Breaking News: 'Diabetic' Foods Are Now Illegal!
Have you ever found yourself reaching for a 'diabetic' chocolate bar, thinking it's a safer option for managing your blood sugar levels? Or perhaps you've stocked up on 'diabetic' snacks,...
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