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Katie's story of living with type 1 diabetes for nearly two decades. Despite her challenging upbringing and lack of support, Katie has found ways to improve her health and take control of her diabetes. This BetterHelp link saves 10% on your first month of therapy Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox Use code JUICEBOX to save 35% at Cozy Earth Get the Gvoke HypoPen CONTOUR NEXTONE smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Learn about the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGM Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH Get your supplies from US MED or call 888-721-1514 Learn about Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey A full list of our sponsors [00:01:22] Being an After Dark. [00:04:12] Autoimmune issues in the family. [00:09:08] Getting diagnosed with diabetes. [00:11:26] Thirsty for 15 Coca-Colas. [00:16:09] Fear and high blood sugars. [00:20:47] Eating disorders and blood sugar. [00:23:02] Health impacts and complications. [00:28:22] Uncontrolled diabetes and denial. [00:31:20] Diabetes and family dynamics. [00:35:22] Lack of support during adolescence. [00:38:15] Relationship issues with mother. [00:42:00] Escaping toxic family dynamics. [00:47:09] Mental health and diabetes struggle. [00:50:28] Understanding a parent's struggles. [00:55:41] Using podcast series on one sheet. [00:58:49] Reshaping the experience with your father. [01:04:01] Tubeless vs. Tubing debate. [01:05:33] Forgetting insulin pump incidents. [01:09:11] Overcoming perfectionism in diabetes management. [01:14:15] A cool giveaway. [01:17:13] A bitch session series. [01:20:05] Head falling off from COVID [01:23:45] Artistic development and passion. How to listen, disclaimer and more Apple Podcasts> Subscribe to the podcast today! The podcast is available on Spotify , Google Play , iHeartRadio , Radio Public , Amazon Music and all Android devices The show is now available as an Alexa skill . My type 1 diabetes parenting blog Arden's Day Listen to the Juicebox Podcast online Read my award winning memoir: Life Is Short, Laundry Is Eternal: Confessions of a Stay-At-Home Dad The Juicebox Podcast is a free show, but if you'd like to support the podcast directly, you can make a gift here or buy me a coffee . Thank you! Follow Scott on Social Media @ArdensDay @JuiceboxPodcast Disclaimer - Nothing you hear on the Juicebox Podcast or read on Arden's Day is intended as medical advice. You should always consult a physician before making changes to your health plan. If the podcast has helped you to live better with type 1 please tell someone else how to find the show and consider leaving a rating and review on iTunes. Thank you! Arden's Day and The Juicebox Podcast are not charitable organizations.