Giving a Diabetes App a Chance

July 25, 2018September 7, 2018 / mindybartleson / 1 Comment

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

9 Tips For Making the Most of Your Endo Appt with Diabetes Burnout

June 13, 2018September 7, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

Let’s be honest with each other- we’re all friends here, right? (Well some of us at least.) But anyways- let’s be honest! I’d be willing to place a large bet that most people with diabetes have had an endocrinologist appointment with diabetes burnout (hey- could be another specialist even- hey… maybe it’s not diabetes but … Continue reading 9 Tips For Making the Most of Your Endo Appt with Diabetes Burnout

T1D Camp for Adults (Survive and Thrive Bootcamp)- It’s Just Right

June 7, 2018June 7, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

I feel like goldilocks right now, but how I wish there were only three bears and in turn only three choices to pick from. I’m always looking for just right. Sometimes I get close. Sometimes I figure out what is just for me, but then I change or the just right thing goes away. Well, … Continue reading T1D Camp for Adults (Survive and Thrive Bootcamp)- It’s Just Right

When Your Darkest Moments are Tied to Your Period

May 24, 2018 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

It’s dark. It's always dark no matter what time of day. My music is turned up and my headphones are in so I can try to escape into the lyrics. I’m hunched against the door of the bathroom feeling the cool tile floor against my feet while I’m hugging my legs to my body trying … Continue reading When Your Darkest Moments are Tied to Your Period

Getting Back in Shape with Diabetes

April 19, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

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.

Thanks 2017! Are You Ready 2018?

January 3, 2018January 1, 2018 / mindybartleson / 2 Comments

Thanks 2017! Are You Ready 2018? I started doing posts like this towards the end of 2015 and before 2016 started. I did another for the end of 2016 and before 2017. This year… well- it’ll be at the beginning of 2018 and after 2017 ended- and probably… for the most part it’ll be a … Continue reading Thanks 2017! Are You Ready 2018?

Challenge for Diabetes Awareness Month: Let’s Stop Pointing the Finger

November 1, 2017November 1, 2017 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

Challenge for Diabetes Awareness Month: Let's Stop Pointing the Finger It’s Diabetes Awareness Month! I feel like I’ve been on a little marathon with awareness months since September- PCOS then ADHD in October. But here we are- it’s November- World Diabetes Day is around the corner on November 14th. You’ll see the hashtag #NDAM floating … Continue reading Challenge for Diabetes Awareness Month: Let’s Stop Pointing the Finger

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I’m the loud and relentless "patient" voice and advocate they warned you about. I happen to have type 1 diabetes, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid issues, asthma, allergies, lactose intolerance (and more), but there’s more to story.

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