It’s Endometriosis Awareness Month! So as some of you know- I was diagnosed with PCOS and endometriosis this past summer (summer 2016)- and it’s been an experience to say the least… And maybe I should have gone into more detail about what is and what it means to me? So- I'll do that since endometriosis … Continue reading Endometriosis Awareness Month- Where’s My Gift Receipt?
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5 Reasons I Believe in Pump Vacations
I believe in pump vacations (and CGM vacations- but I’ll mostly mention pump right now). Now, I love being on an insulin pump- and I have ever since that first moment when I was 9 years. That’s when I first went on the pump- almost 15 years ago. It was the days of NPH and … Continue reading 5 Reasons I Believe in Pump Vacations
Give Yourself Some Credit
Gives myself some credit- easy.... right? Definitely easier said than done... Okay... Give myself some credit. Say it again... Give myself some credit. anddddd again... Give myself some credit. Is it sticking yet? How many times do I have to say it? or point out to myself where the credit is due? Or where to … Continue reading Give Yourself Some Credit
Why (I Think) It’s Important to Have a Good Relationship with your HCPs
Why (I think) it’s important to have a good relationship with your HCPs (healthcare professional/provider). I’m passionate about a lot (if you couldn’t already tell). Over the past few years though, I’ve become passionate about the importance of having a good relationship with your healthcare providers. I say providers because it goes beyond Diabetes, beyond … Continue reading Why (I Think) It’s Important to Have a Good Relationship with your HCPs
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