In this episode of Keeping it 100 Radio, I’m finally sharing my full birth and labor experience as someone living with type 1 diabetes - six months postpartum and completely unfiltered.

I’m joined by Val for an honest conversation about induction, blood sugar management during labor, and the fear-based narratives that often surround pregnancy with diabetes. I walk through what actually happened on induction day, why I chose to be induced, how I managed my pump and CGM in the hospital, and what surprised me most about labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period.

We talk about:

• The difference between spontaneous labor, induction, and C-sections

• The “big baby” myth in type 1 diabetes

• Trusting your care team without feeling bullied

• Managing blood sugars during labor and after delivery

• What labor really felt like

• The emotional and physical shift after your baby arrives

If you’re pregnant with type 1 diabetes, planning to be, or feeling overwhelmed by scary stories online, this episode is for you. This is a real, positive, and empowering look at birth with diabetes.. no sugarcoating, no fear tactics, just my experience.

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