Staying Present at Life’s Big Moments with Diabetes
Release Date: 09/15/2025
Staying Present at Life’s Big Moments with Diabetes
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
In this episode, I talk about how to handle blood sugars during big life events like weddings, graduations, or even funerals. These are the moments where you want to be fully present - not distracted by alarms or highs and lows. I’ll share how to keep your numbers steady so you can enjoy the day without sacrificing your health or your memories! Come see what the hype is all about! Your spot in the Blood Sugar Club is ready ➡️ Want the best blood sugars you’ve ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: RESOURCES: Download these FREE guides that will help you on your...
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Diabetes Q&A: Burnout Fixes, Carb Counting Truths, and a Crazy Question at the End
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
Got questions about diabetes? I’ve got answers. In this Q&A episode, I dive into what to do when you feel burned out after years (or even months) of managing diabetes, how to stop your blood sugars from spiking after meals, and what happens if you take a break from your insulin pump. I’ll explain why carb counting is your secret weapon, how to spot bad advice, and the mindset shift that makes diabetes feel a lot less overwhelming. And then—stick around for the last question, because it’s hands-down one of the wildest I’ve ever been asked on the podcast. Whether you’re type 1,...
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Back to School with Diabetes
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
School’s back, and if you’re living with diabetes (or your kid is), the classroom can feel like a whole new challenge. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact steps that helped me keep blood sugars in check during exams, classes, and even those early mornings. From getting a 504 plan to simple ways to advocate for yourself, this one’s all about making sure diabetes doesn’t hold you back from thriving in school! Come see what the hype is all about! Your spot in the Blood Sugar Club is ready ➡️ Want the best blood sugars you’ve ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: ...
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Hiking 7 Miles on MDI and Keeping Blood Sugars Steady
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
I just got back from an epic hike in Canada, over 7 miles and 21,000+ steps - all while on multiple daily injections! The best part? My blood sugars stayed perfectly in range the entire time. In this episode, I break down exactly what I ate, how I timed my insulin, and the small tweaks I made on the trail to avoid both highs and lows. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your numbers steady during a big hike or long day of activity, this one’s for you. Come see what the hype is all about! Your spot in the Blood Sugar Club is ready ➡️ Want the best blood sugars you’ve...
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Busting the Biggest Diabetes Myths You See on Social Media
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
Let’s be real - there’s a LOT of bad diabetes advice floating around on TikTok, Instagram, and even from well-meaning doctors. In this episode, I’m calling out some of the most common myths, from “A1C under 7 means you’re fine” to “low carb fixes everything” to “fruit is the enemy.” We’ll dig into why these ideas stick, what the real story is, and how to think smarter about your numbers, food choices, and insulin without falling for the internet nonsense! Come see what the hype is all about! Your spot in the Blood Sugar Club is ready ➡️ Want the best blood sugars...
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How to Actually Stay in the 120s (Without Losing Your Mind)
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
Let’s be real - getting your average blood sugar in the 120s feels like hitting the diabetes jackpot… but keeping it there? That’s a whole different game. In this episode, Ben dives into what it really takes to maintain solid numbers without living like a robot. We’re talking real strategies from real people (yes, patients who’ve done it!) - from mastering meals to staying consistent with movement - so you can get those stable, feel-good numbers and still live your life. Because what’s the point of perfect blood sugars if you’re miserable doing it? Come see what the hype is all...
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What It’s Really Like Dating (and Marrying) Someone with Diabetes
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
Ever wondered what it’s actually like to date - or be married to - someone with diabetes? In this episode, I sit down with my wife Amelia to talk about the real-life stuff: the early convos, the pump moments on date one, and how diabetes shows up in a long-term relationship! We talk about when to bring it up, how to be supportive without hovering, and how diabetes has (and hasn’t) shaped our life together. Amelia shares what surprised her most, even as a healthcare professional, and we both open up about the lessons we’ve learned as a couple. Come see what the hype is all about! Your...
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Working with Diabetes: How to Ask for What You Need Without Feeling Weird
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
This week I’m joined by my friend Jen Pawlak, who’s been living with type 1 for 30 years and works in the world of work accommodations. We’re talking about what it actually looks like to navigate a job when you have diabetes. From knowing your rights to having honest conversations with your boss or HR, Jen breaks it all down in a way that’s real, simple, and super helpful. If you’ve ever felt nervous about bringing up your diabetes at work or wondered what you’re legally allowed to ask for, this one’s for you! Know your rights at work with diabetes! Check out these links: ...
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Low Snacks, Dawn Phenomenon, Rage Bolusing?! Your Most Asked Diabetes Questions Answered
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
In this episode, I'm diving into your most asked diabetes questions from social media—think low blood sugar pacing, gastroparesis, dawn phenomenon, rage bolusing, and even CGM tech like the Eversense. Whether it's something small that no one talks about or a big issue you're tired of guessing through, I’ve got seven solid questions with real answers you can actually use! Your spot’s waiting! Check out what the Blood Sugar Club is all about ➡️ Want the best blood sugars you’ve ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: RESOURCES: Download these FREE guides...
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What the First Half of the Year Taught Me About Blood Sugars and Goals
Your Diabetes Insider Podcast
Can you believe we’re already past the halfway mark of 2025? In this episode, I’m challenging you to hit pause and reflect on the goals you set at the start of the year especially the ones around your blood sugars and health. I’ll walk you through my own check-in (yep, including a missed photo shoot), what I did to get back on track, and why insulin isn’t the villain when it comes to weight loss! We built this for you! Come see what the Blood Sugar Club is all about ➡️ Want the best blood sugars you’ve ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: RESOURCES: Download...
info_outlineIn this episode, I talk about how to handle blood sugars during big life events like weddings, graduations, or even funerals. These are the moments where you want to be fully present - not distracted by alarms or highs and lows. I’ll share how to keep your numbers steady so you can enjoy the day without sacrificing your health or your memories!
Come see what the hype is all about! Your spot in the Blood Sugar Club is ready ➡️https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/blood-sugar-club
Want the best blood sugars you’ve ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/coaching
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