Let’s face it, between the bad weather and frigid temperatures, winter doesn’t bring that many joys, except for the fun winter sports! Diabetes doesn’t have to get in the way of enjoying outdoor activities, it just requires a few extra steps in order to ensure proper safety.
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The lack of sunlight, physical activity, and motivation are arguably the hardest aspects of winter for people living with a chronic illness. Luckily, with some modifications to our regular dosing, a little mental health support, and maintaining a healthy routine, we can combat the negative effects of winter.
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You’ll no doubt be faced with many challenges along the way when it comes to raising a child with type 1 diabetes. This will never change. The key is knowing how to handle these challenges and tackle them together, as a family.
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Whether it’s related to mental health, physical health, or just getting out of your comfort zone, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to setting realistic New Year’s resolutions. Here are some important tips to remember when setting resolutions with an illness like type 1 diabetes…
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The best way to approach resolutions is to do it with small steps. Here are the best new year resolutions for people with diabetes!
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Luckily with a little self-compassion, learning, and patience, the holiday season can remain the magical time it’s meant to be. Here are some of the things I’ve learned over the years on how to survive the holiday season with type 1 diabetes…
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