How would you say diabetes affects relationships in your life? I asked my husband for his perspective on that question. He first thought of my CGM beeping overnight, in case my blood sugar goes too high or low. And he is concerned when he gets an alert on his phone...
Rarely do I calibrate my continuous glucose monitor (CGM). I have worn a CGM for a few years now. It’s a super effective way to get my glucose readings — without having to prick my fingers multiple times a day like I did for so many years. I wear what basically...
Maintaining our identity in Christ isn’t always easy. We can lose ourselves in our careers, our friend groups, our families. It’s easy to start looking at ourselves primarily as a spouse, a parent, or whatever job we have. We can lose ourselves in the car...
BY BRANDY DAVENPORT, CO-BLOGGER Ahhhhh… summer. The ups and downs of a changing schedule. Don’t fret — school is right around the corner. That’s music to many moms’ ears, but not so much for my son. Each season comes with its own set...
I remember diabetes at school. Being diagnosed shortly after I turned 12, I went through my middle school and high school years managing diabetes. I remember carrying a bright purple Caboodle (do you remember those things? Turns out, they’re still a thing!) with...
