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#352: Let’s Talk About Diabetes and Intimacy… Because No One Else Is - (LIVE-020)
Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode.
In this episode, Coach Ken and Graham open up a conversation that doesn’t get talked about enough—intimacy and relationships while living with diabetes.
From managing BS during intimate moments to navigating confidence, communication, and vulnerability, this episode highlights a side of diabetes that often gets overlooked.
Ken and Graham break down the real-life challenges people face, including concerns about highs and lows, wearing devices like CGMs or pumps, and the mental load that can show up in relationships.
The conversation expands into how diabetes can impact self-image, confidence, and connection, and why avoiding these conversations can create more stress over time.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- How diabetes can impact intimacy and relationships
- Common concerns around blood sugars during intimate moments
- Navigating insulin pumps, CGMs, and devices in real-life situations
- The role of confidence and self-image in relationships
- Why communication is key (with partners and yourself)
- How mental load and stress can show up in intimacy
- Ways to approach these situations with more confidence and awareness
Additional Resources:
- Watch our LIVE episodes Mondays & Wednesdays @2pm EST - Tune in Here
- 🎯 Coming Soon: "The 5-Lessons You Can't Learn From Your Doctor" - A 5-day all-encompassing educational experience - Apply HERE
🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com
📚 The Diabetes Nutrition Master Course: Start Learning
💪 Work with me: More Than A1C - 1on1 Coaching
📞 Simplify Your Diabetes - Free Call: Book Now
🎙 Donate to the Podcast: Contribute Here
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review—it helps more people living with diabetes discover the podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement and a reminder that they’re not alone in their diabetes journey.
Ways to Support the Show
- Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
- Share this episode with a diabuddy
- Follow me on Instagram: @TheHealthyDiabeticPod | @CoachK3n
- Watch on YouTube 🎧
Podcast Disclaimer: Nothing that you hear on The Healthy Diabetic Podcast should be considered medical advice or otherwise; please always consult your medical TEAM before making any changes to your Diabetes management.
Support the show
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By Coach Ken Kniss
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Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode.
In this episode, Coach Ken and Graham open up a conversation that doesn’t get talked about enough—intimacy and relationships while living with diabetes.
From managing BS during intimate moments to navigating confidence, communication, and vulnerability, this episode highlights a side of diabetes that often gets overlooked.
Ken and Graham break down the real-life challenges people face, including concerns about highs and lows, wearing devices like CGMs or pumps, and the mental load that can show up in relationships.
The conversation expands into how diabetes can impact self-image, confidence, and connection, and why avoiding these conversations can create more stress over time.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- How diabetes can impact intimacy and relationships
- Common concerns around blood sugars during intimate moments
- Navigating insulin pumps, CGMs, and devices in real-life situations
- The role of confidence and self-image in relationships
- Why communication is key (with partners and yourself)
- How mental load and stress can show up in intimacy
- Ways to approach these situations with more confidence and awareness
Additional Resources:
- Watch our LIVE episodes Mondays & Wednesdays @2pm EST - Tune in Here
- 🎯 Coming Soon: "The 5-Lessons You Can't Learn From Your Doctor" - A 5-day all-encompassing educational experience - Apply HERE
🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com
📚 The Diabetes Nutrition Master Course: Start Learning
💪 Work with me: More Than A1C - 1on1 Coaching
📞 Simplify Your Diabetes - Free Call: Book Now
🎙 Donate to the Podcast: Contribute Here
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review—it helps more people living with diabetes discover the podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement and a reminder that they’re not alone in their diabetes journey.
Ways to Support the Show
- Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
- Share this episode with a diabuddy
- Follow me on Instagram: @TheHealthyDiabeticPod | @CoachK3n
- Watch on YouTube 🎧
Podcast Disclaimer: Nothing that you hear on The Healthy Diabetic Podcast should be considered medical advice or otherwise; please always consult your medical TEAM before making any changes to your Diabetes management.
Support the show