Today, we welcome back Kaycee Parker, and I hand the mic over to Kaycee as she leads a heartfelt conversation about my recent transition to an insulin pump after 42 years of managing diabetes with multiple daily injections (MDI).

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Here’s what we cover:

• My early diabetes journey with insulin vials and syringes.
• The impact of community and family in shaping my treatment choices.
• Why now and how did I choose the tubeless pump over other options
• Insights from my 30-day trial with the OmniPod 5 and the lessons learned.
• The highs and lows of switching to a pump system.
• Practical tips for anyone considering this change.

 

Kaycee Parker is a frequent contributed here on the show, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 12, brings decades of personal experience to the table. She’s also a loving wife, an incredible mom of two, and a journalism graduate.

Join us for reflections on mindset, the power of community, and how embracing change has brought me greater freedom and flexibility in managing diabetes.

 

You can connect with Kaycee Parker on her website, http://www.devotionsondiabetes.com  

to purchase her book, “Devotions on Diabetes” her blog articles and Bible reading plans.

Considering a change in your pump therapy? Reach out and let’s chat and I’ll share more details on how I’m loving the Omnipod 5 automated delivery system. Share what’s important to you, why a change is something you need right now

 

I'm sure you'll enjoy another episode with Kaycee Parker as much as I did recording it.

 

Visit her website http://devotionsondiabetes.com/

IG @devotionsondiabetes

 

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.