In this reflective and gently humorous episode, Catherine, host of The Diabetic Mammy, explores a critical but often overlooked truth: parents—and often time mothers—may be forgotten at the time of their child’s type 1 diabetes diagnosis. The emotional and practical demands of caregiving may lead parents to push their own needs aside, and over time, this self-neglect becomes the default.
Through heartfelt storytelling, Catherine shines a light on:
But this episode is not about staying stuck in survival mode.
Instead, Catherine shifts the focus to self-care as leadership. Our children learn by watching us—if we hydrate, rest, regulate, and show kindness to ourselves, they’re more likely to model that too. She encourages listeners to embrace small but powerful acts of self-care and introduces the concept of the “Diabetes Duvet Day”: a restorative pause on the days when sleep-deprivation, emotional fatigue, and relentless blood sugar management make even getting dressed feel like a chore.
The episode closes with a powerful reminder: “You matter. Not just as a caregiver, but as a whole person. Self-care isn’t selfish- it’s essential.”
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