
Ep 111 - When You're Battle-Weary: Faith + Diabetes with Kaycee Parker
Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 12, Kaycee Parker brings over 30 years of lived experience—and a heart rooted in storytelling and faith. In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Kaycee and M...
23 Juni 202556min

Ep 110 - Tired of Being Tired? How Women with Diabetes Can Recharge in Midlife
In this conversation, Melissa Slemp discusses the common issue of fatigue experienced by women in midlife, particularly those managing diabetes. She shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the ...
16 Juni 202531min

Ep 109 - My Daily Diabetes Routine: Hormones, Supplements and Staying Steady
In this personal episode, Melissa pulls back the curtain on her real-life daily routine managing type 1 diabetes through midlife and menopause. Download A Free 5-Step Guide: HRT (Hormone Replacement T...
9 Juni 202538min

Ep 108 - Menopause, Diabetes, and a Glass of Wine: What Women Need to Know with Kelly Schmidt, RDN
In this episode, Melissa welcomes back registered dietitian and longtime type 1 diabetes warrior Kelly Schmidt to unpack real-life stories and expert tips on alcohol, blood sugar, and midlife health. ...
2 Juni 202555min

Ep 107 - Perimenopause: The Hormonal Storm We're Not Talking About
In this conversation, I share the challenges of aging with type 1 diabetes, particularly for women. I highlight the often-overlooked connection between hormonal changes, such as perimenopause, and the...
26 Maj 202512min

Ep 106 - When Diabetes Feels Like Too Much: Understanding Anxiety and Burnout with Allison Nimlos
In this episode, Melissa sits down with Allison Nimlos, a licensed therapist, diabetes educator, and fellow type 1 for over 30 years. Together, they dive into the emotional toll of living with diabete...
19 Maj 202557min

Ep 105 - Overcoming the Shadows: Qiana Drew's Journey with T1D and Insulin Omission
In this powerful episode, Melissa sits down with Qiana Drew—a vibrant health coach, performer, and diabetes advocate who brings raw honesty, humor, and heart to her 25-year journey with Type 1 diabete...
12 Maj 202556min

Ep 104 - Does HRT Cause Weight Gain? Let's Clear the Confusion
Today we're cutting through the confusion around one of the most common questions I hear: "Does hormone replacement therapy (HRT) cause weight gain?" Download A Free 5-Step Guide: HRT (Hormone Replace...
5 Maj 202528min




















