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Balancing Motherhood with Diabetes


You juggle a million things as a mom or mom-to-be, and managing your own diabetes can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and lonely. But you're not alone! This is your space to find practical tips, simple recipe ideas, and real-life stories from a diabetes dietitian and fellow mom with diabetes who understands.

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The Best Type 1 Diabetes Podcasts

If living with diabetes sometimes feels like a solo mission, you’re not alone. The daily grind of monitoring blood sugars and making careful food choices can be overwhelming, and the learning curve never truly ends. That’s why staying connected to the latest insights and finding your community is so crucial. While books on diabetes can

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High protein, High Fiber Dirty Soda Recipe

Between the endless to-do lists, the tiny humans who demand 24/7 attention, and the constant mental gymnastics of managing diabetes, sometimes you just need a little something to get you through the day. And let’s be honest, those sugary, syrupy “dirty sodas” swirling around on social media look pretty darn tempting… until you consider the

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Keeping Insulin Cold While Traveling

Picture this: you’ve been dreaming of your beach vacation for months, you finally arrive in sunny Mexico with the temperature soaring to a balmy 95 degrees, and a wave of panic hits as you realize you have no way to keep your insulin cool. The last thing you need is insulin that barely works while

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T1D Resources Galore: The 9 Best Type 1 Diabetes Books

Living with type 1 diabetes presents unique challenges and learning opportunities, whether you’re newly diagnosed or have managed it for years. As someone who has lived with type 1 for over 28 years and works with individuals with diabetes daily, I can attest that no two days are truly alike, and there’s always something new

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Your GLP-1 Toolkit: Must-Have Dietitian Recommended Items for Optimal Results

GLP-1s have become a popular tool to aid in diabetes management and weight management in recent years – yes, even for those of us with type 1 (although their use remains off-label for now). While these medications can be life-changing, there are some side effects and other considerations that come along with them. Being armed

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Discover the Ultimate Low Carb Tortillas: The 8 Best Diabetes-Friendly Picks

Tortillas are a fantastic staple to keep on hand, with many low carb options available.  Not only can you make delicious breakfast options and yummy wraps for lunch, you can also use them to make tacos or enchiladas for quick and easy dinner meals.  So are all tortillas created equal?  Absolutely not! Continue reading to

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Meet Lindsay, Founder of Mama-Betes!

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Lindsay created this space to empower moms with diabetes by providing affordable nutrition counseling, community, and top-notch resources.

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