My blogs are mainly about type 1 diabetes, travel inspo, and sometime’s a mixture of both, and I’ve tried my best to organise everything in my menu at the top of each page, but here they all are in case you want to read the beautiful mess that is all of them!
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Not-so-fun Rollercoaster: Highs & Lows of Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes loves providing a fun rollercoaster of blood sugar levels. You may hear T1D’s talk about “highs” and “lows”, but may not be clear on what that means exactly. This post explains the fundamental highs and lows, literally: Hyperglycaemia – HIGH blood sugar/glucose Hyperglycaemia, also known as high blood sugar, is classed as…
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Water Activities and Diabetes Technology
Navigating water activities and sports with medical devices stuck to your body might raise concerns, but trust me, it’s typically safe! Whether it’s blood sugar sensors or insulin pumps, here are my experiences with different diabetes technology and water. Continuous Glucose Monitors Dexcom G6 The Dexcom G6 (continuous glucose monitor) is water resistant, and can…
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Control IQ: The Future of Diabetes Management?
I have now been using Control IQ for around one year, after I spent a few months learning how to use my insulin pump on its own. My insulin pump was funded by my hospital team back in November 2022, however I have been self-funding the Dexcom G6 since April 2023 (around £159/month) so that…
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Hiking with Type 1 Diabetes – My Top Tips
I looove a good hike, and I’m determined to never let type 1 diabetes get in the way! Here’s my top tips for enjoying safe hikes while managing blood sugar levels. Lots of snacks My backpack is always stacked with lots of snacks & drinks for the journey. This is especially important if you’re going…
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Top Ten Day Trips From York, England
My favourite part about living in York may have been leaving it as we truly mastered the art of a day trip (jokes, love you York). But this also meant we found some hidden gems close by for a walk through nature. Here’s a quick list of some of my favourites, in no particular order.…
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