I’ll be frank. I don’t log. I’m not good at logging. I barely bother. I also still avoid technology that isn't my pump or CGM when it comes to my health (my anxiety makes it all a little complicated- but I have been working on it!). Maybe... occasionally... I’ll get a spark in me that … Continue reading Giving a Diabetes App a Chance
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Getting Back in Shape with Diabetes
I’ve had to do a lot of getting back into shape- which with diabetes- can be an adventure! It took me a few stumbles, but I had to push myself to not push myself too hard when getting back into shape.
Impact of Being Back in a Better Place
Impact of Being Back in a Better Place We talk about life changes in general and somewhat touch on the impact on them with diabetes. We’re reminded that stress can make you more insulin resistant. I try to remember this when it comes to my diabetes management. I always seem to forget the impact of … Continue reading Impact of Being Back in a Better Place
Low Whining and WTF Diabetes
I had all of these plans this week. My to do list was ready. I had all of these writing plans this week too. Well this post wasn’t even in my plans- but it’s probably the only one I’m cranking out. I’ve been running low since the middle of the night on Monday/Tuesday.... I would probably … Continue reading Low Whining and WTF Diabetes
Alright… I’m Over this Whole Impact of a Period on My Blood Sugars
It's New Year's Eve- I'm getting ready for a relaxing night to bring in 2017. My blood sugars have not been where I like them for almost 6 months- thanks to... hmmmm- I want a better word for the constant period that's been happening.... OOOOH! "PCOS & Endometriosis Flair-Up." YUP. That's it. That's what's been … Continue reading Alright… I’m Over this Whole Impact of a Period on My Blood Sugars
But Really- Bring on 2017! Peace out 2016!
To be entirely and COMPLETELY honest- I DREADED reading my post ending 2015 and looking into 2016. BUT- after reading through it- the focus wasn’t YAY 2016! (I mean there were comments… but it wasn’t the main focus) So that made me feel better. Because really- 2016 has been a roller coaster- honestly- kind of … Continue reading But Really- Bring on 2017! Peace out 2016!
Teens with Diabetes are “Hard”- That’s Overgeneralizing
We've all heard it- "teens/young adults with diabetes are hard." Okay... so what are we going to do about it? Besides judge. and hard? Each situation is different. Each person is different. You can't just categorize one word for everyone the entire time. There's so many more words to choose from... But "hard" that's over-generalizing … Continue reading Teens with Diabetes are “Hard”- That’s Overgeneralizing
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