🌟 Breaking Free from Type 1 Diabetes: My Journey to Control and Freedom 🌟

It's hard to believe, but I've been living with type 1 diabetes for over 24 years now. It's been a rollercoaster ride filled with highs and lows—both literally and figuratively. But today, I am thrilled to share a major milestone in my journey towards better health and freedom.

In the past few years, I experienced a terrifying shift—I stopped feeling my low blood sugar levels, putting me in grave danger not once, but twice. It was a wakeup call that prompted me to reassess my diabetes management.

During my pregnancies, I relied on a Medtronic pump, but eventually, I grew tired of the tubes and made the difficult decision to stop using it. However, this change brought its own set of challenges, culminating in a terrifying incident last year when I nearly died in my sleep while on multiple daily injections (MDI).

That experience pushed me to explore new options, and late last year, I made the switch to Omnipod. I'll be honest, I was apprehensive. I was worried that my A1C would climb above my usual target of below 6%. But today, I received the most incredible news—my A1C came back at 5.9%!

I am beyond shocked and thrilled by this result. Not only am I rarely experiencing lows anymore, but I've also regained control of my life in ways I never thought possible. The freedom that comes with the Omnipod system has been life-changing for me.

But the road to this point hasn't been easy. I vividly remember waking up to the sight of ambulance and police officers in my bedroom, surrounded by my in-laws, my kids, and my husband. The only thought racing through my mind was, "What happened?" The realization hit me like a ton of bricks, and I cried for days afterward, coming to terms with the fact that my life had almost been taken away by diabetes. Seeing the terror in my kids' eyes haunted me, and I knew I had to make a change.

Now, I feel free in ways I never imagined possible. I feel free to take a walk alone, to eat without the crashing of blood sugar afterward, to drive with my kids in the car, and to take a swim in the ocean. I feel like my life is truly mine now, and I am embracing every moment of it.

I share this not to boast, but to offer hope and encouragement to anyone else struggling with their diabetes management. Trust me, I've been there—I understand the challenges, the frustrations, and the fears. But I also know that it's possible to overcome them.

If you're feeling overwhelmed or lost, please know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer support, guidance, and a listening ear. Together, we can navigate this journey and reclaim control of our lives.

Here's to embracing the freedom, celebrating the victories, and supporting each other every step of the way. 💙 #Type1Diabetes #Omnipod #DiabetesAwareness #ControlAndFreedom

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