The Life of a Low Girl

The Life of a Low Girl

by Children with Diabetes

Health & Fitness

Season 1

Ep. 21: Freedom, Flexibility & Figuring It Out

Sometimes you love your diabetes devices. Sometimes you need a minute. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about what it looks like to take a break from diabetes tech: why people do it, how they plan for it, and what the trade-offs can feel like in real life. We also get into tools like Afrezza and how they may give some people with T1D more flexibility when they want a little space from their pump. It’s a conversation about freedom, burnout, options, and remembering that diabetes care does not have to look the same every day. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 20: Screening, Antibodies and What Comes Next with Dr. Nicole Sheanon

Screening results can bring answers, but they can also bring a whole new list of questions. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re joined by Dr. Nicole Sheanon, pediatric endocrinologist and fellow Low Girl, to break down what type 1 diabetes screening results actually mean, what may come next, and how families can navigate the uncertainty that comes with knowing more. We’re having a grounded, expert-informed conversation about next steps, follow-up care, monitoring, and the emotional weight of waiting, with a reminder that information matters most when families have support to make sense of it. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 19: Champagne Problems: Navigating Substances with T1D

Real life with type 1 diabetes does not stop when the plans involve champagne, cocktails, late nights, or choices that come with a little more risk. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about substances and T1D in a way that is honest, practical, and shame-free. From alcohol to other real-life situations, we break down what to think about, how to plan ahead, and why staying safe starts with having the conversation. Because diabetes care does not need judgment. It needs information, support, and people who will help you get home safe. Quick heads up: if you usually listen with kids around, save this one for later. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 18: Hot Girls Have T1D

Hormones, cycles, pregnancy, and everything in between, because apparently, diabetes wanted to be involved in all of it. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about the very real ways type 1 diabetes intersects with women’s bodies and lives. From blood sugar shifts throughout your cycle to the emotional weight of planning, pregnancy, and hormonal changes, we’re getting into the stuff that doesn't always get enough airtime. It’s honest, personal, and very much a “why did no one warn us about this?” kind of conversation. Because hot girls have T1D, and also a lot of questions. Pink Jams Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GFLSXKPH Vaso Cards Link: https://vasolleno.cr/shop/vasoterapia-classic-english-vol-i/ #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 17: Let’s Not Go There: Preventing DKA

DKA is one of those diabetes topics that sounds very clinical until suddenly it is very real. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re going beyond the textbook to talk about how DKA actually happens, what it can look like in real life, and why catching the warning signs early can make such a huge difference. We’re getting into ketones, sick days, stubborn highs, insulin issues, the “something feels off” moments, and the practical awareness that can truly be life-saving. Because with T1D, knowing what to look for can change everything. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 16: Burnout is Not Failure, It's Part of It

Diabetes burnout is not a personal failure. It’s what can happen when you’re living with a condition that asks something of you all day, every day. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about the mental and emotional weight of T1D: the exhaustion, the guilt, the “I just can’t care about this right now” moments, and why naming burnout matters. We’re getting honest about what burnout can look like, why so many people with diabetes experience it, and how we find our way through without pretending we have it all together. Because sometimes the bravest thing you can say is, “I’m tired.” #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 15: Mental Weight of Waiting

The waiting room is not always a place. Sometimes it’s a season of life. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re joined by T1D mom Mary Kratz, who has one son living with type 1 diabetes and another son in Stage 1. Together, we talk about the mental weight of uncertainty, the constant “what if,” and what it means to live in the in-between. We also share how Children with Diabetes and Friends for Life are creating space for families navigating Stage 1 and Stage 2 T1D, because no one should feel like they are waiting alone. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep. 14: Girl, Tell Your Endo

We’re telling our endo horror stories, the good, the bad, and the truly “did that really just happen?” of it all. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about the provider moments that stick with you: the ones that made us feel seen, the ones that made us feel judged, and the ones we still think about years later. From “bad” numbers and appointment anxiety to the gap between clinical advice and real life with diabetes, we’re getting honest about what people with T1D wish their healthcare teams understood. Providers, this one’s for you. Patients, we know you have stories too. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D The Life of a Low Girl podcast is supported by an unrestricted educational grant by MannKind.

Ep.13: Strong, Sweaty & Steady: Exercise & T1D

We have our first Low Bro on the couch (virtually)!In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re joined by John Wilcox, 10x marathoner, to talk about exercise, running, and life with type 1 diabetes. From fueling and insulin adjustments to the trial-and-error of figuring out what actually works, John shares real-world strategies for moving your body with T1D. We also talk about the power of community through Team CWD and why doing hard things feels a little more possible when you’re not doing them alone. Because diabetes and exercise can be complicated, having people who get it makes all the difference. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D

Ep. 12: Back to School: T1D Edition

Back-to-school season hits different when diabetes is coming along for the ride. In this episode of The Life of a Low Girl, we’re talking about navigating school with T1D from kindergarten through college: IEPs, 504 plans, school nurses, diabetes supplies, classroom routines, dorm life, and the quiet anxiety of handing care over to other people. From advocating for what students need to helping everyone feel a little more prepared, we’re getting into the real-life side of starting a new school year with diabetes. Because packing the backpack is one thing. Trusting the plan is a whole other emotional support beverage. #LifeOfALowGirl #lowgirlpod #type1diabetes #T1D

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