Diabetes Blog

Why We’re Pausing Shipping to the U.S. (Important Update)
I want to share an important update about shipping to the United States. This wasn’t an easy decision, but from August 26 2025, I will be pausing all US orders...
Why We’re Pausing Shipping to the U.S. (Important Update)
I want to share an important update about shipping to the United States. This wasn’t an easy decision, but from August 26 2025, I will be pausing all US orders...
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Why Is Insulin Called Insulin? The Surprising Origin of the Word
If you've ever paused mid-injection and thought, "Wait... why is it even called insulin?" you're not alone. It's one of our everyday words we throw around in the diabetes world,...
Why Is Insulin Called Insulin? The Surprising Origin of the Word
If you've ever paused mid-injection and thought, "Wait... why is it even called insulin?" you're not alone. It's one of our everyday words we throw around in the diabetes world,...
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Why Type One Diabetic Barbie Would’ve Meant the World to Little Me
Little Me Was Terrified of My Diabetic Doctor… But She Would’ve Loved Decorating Her Diabetes and having diabetes represented in a toy she loved. When I was younger, my paediatric...
Why Type One Diabetic Barbie Would’ve Meant the World to Little Me
Little Me Was Terrified of My Diabetic Doctor… But She Would’ve Loved Decorating Her Diabetes and having diabetes represented in a toy she loved. When I was younger, my paediatric...
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What is Hypo Unawareness...
Let’s Talk About It (And How to Handle It Like a Pro) So... what is hypo unawareness?Imagine your blood sugar is dropping, but your body forgets to tell you. No...
What is Hypo Unawareness...
Let’s Talk About It (And How to Handle It Like a Pro) So... what is hypo unawareness?Imagine your blood sugar is dropping, but your body forgets to tell you. No...
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How to Keep Your Diabetic Devices Secure This Summer
Let’s talk about something that every diabetic using diabetes tech has probably battled with: keeping your CGM or diabetic device stuck especially in the summer when heat, sweat, and suncream...
How to Keep Your Diabetic Devices Secure This Summer
Let’s talk about something that every diabetic using diabetes tech has probably battled with: keeping your CGM or diabetic device stuck especially in the summer when heat, sweat, and suncream...
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Diabetes Awareness Week UK 2025: Let’s Talk Health Checks (And Make Them Cute)
Diabetes Awareness Week UK is here, running from 9–15 June 2025, and we’re diving into a theme: Health Checks. Brought to you by Diabetes UK, this week is about empowering...
Diabetes Awareness Week UK 2025: Let’s Talk Health Checks (And Make Them Cute)
Diabetes Awareness Week UK is here, running from 9–15 June 2025, and we’re diving into a theme: Health Checks. Brought to you by Diabetes UK, this week is about empowering...
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Insulin isn't a cure but it is a life saver
If you’ve ever been told “at least you’ve got insulin” you’re not alone and you’re probably also tired of explaining that insulin doesn’t fix diabetes, it just helps you survive...
Insulin isn't a cure but it is a life saver
If you’ve ever been told “at least you’ve got insulin” you’re not alone and you’re probably also tired of explaining that insulin doesn’t fix diabetes, it just helps you survive...
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Meet the First-Ever Diabetes Phone Charms To Decorate Your Diabetic Devices
Cute, clever, and compatible with your diabetes tech and loads ways to wear them. Okay, listen up diabuddies this one’s for the stylish, the organised, and the “I want my...
Meet the First-Ever Diabetes Phone Charms To Decorate Your Diabetic Devices
Cute, clever, and compatible with your diabetes tech and loads ways to wear them. Okay, listen up diabuddies this one’s for the stylish, the organised, and the “I want my...
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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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Jelly Babies: The Ultimate Hypo Treat – Now as Collectables!
If you’re living with type one diabetes, you probably have a stash of Jelly Babies somewhere nearby. These little sweets have been saving the day for years, delivering a fast-acting...
Jelly Babies: The Ultimate Hypo Treat – Now as Collectables!
If you’re living with type one diabetes, you probably have a stash of Jelly Babies somewhere nearby. These little sweets have been saving the day for years, delivering a fast-acting...
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