Getting diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes can feel overwhelming — I remember feeling lost, confused, and honestly scared. In this video, I’m sharing the 10 things I wish I knew when I was first diagnosed with T1D. These tips cover blood sugar management, insulin, mental health, and everyday life with diabetes.Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting someone with Type 1 diabetes, or just curious about what living with T1D is really like, this video will help you understand what to expect and how to navigate it.** In this video you’ll learn:-Why getting diagnosed with diabetes can be a good thing-The truth about perfect blood sugars-How different foods affect your blood sugar-How diabetes tech can help — and where it falls short-The mental side of managing T1D💬 Question for you: What’s one thing YOU wish you knew at diagnosis? Comment below — I’d love to hear your story.Say Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgT#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

If you’re managing diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance, you know how important it is to avoid blood sugar spikes. In today’s video, I reveal the one type of food that always spikes my blood sugar—no matter how carefully I eat. I’ll explain how it affects my glucose levels, how I discovered the pattern using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), and what alternatives I’ve found that don’t have the same effect.🔍 What you'll learn in this video:-The one food that causes my biggest blood sugar spikes- why this one food spikes my blood sugar- if I still eat this food or notWhether you're newly diagnosed or just trying to keep your glucose in check, this video offers practical insights based on real experience.👇 Comment below if you’ve noticed any foods that always spike your blood sugar—let’s share what’s working (and what’s not)!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more real-talk about blood sugar, healthy eating, and living well with diabetes.#bloodsugar #diabetes #glucosemonitoring #lowcarb #prediabetes #insulinresistance #healthyeatingSay Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgT#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

What It’s Really Like to Live With Type 1 Diabetes - Daily Life, Challenges & MisconceptionsLiving with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is so much more than just checking blood sugar and taking insulin. In this video, I take you through a realistic day in the life with Type 1 Diabetes — the highs, the lows (literally), and everything in between.Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it's like to manage diabetes 24/7, this video breaks down the truth behind the condition — beyond the stereotypes.In this video, you'll learn:1.What Type 1 Diabetes really feels like day to day2.Common myths about T1D (and what’s actually true)3.How blood sugar management impacts everything — from sleep to stress4.The mental and emotional toll of life with diabetes5.Tips for anyone newly diagnosed or supporting someone with T1D** Subscribe for more honest content about diabetes, chronic illness, and real life health stories.Say Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgT#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

Barbie has Type 1 Diabetes. Barbie recently came out with a doll that has diabetes. She has an insulin pump, a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and a diabetes bag. Want to know my thoughts on it? Tune in! Don't forget to subscribe for more videos just like this!Say Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgT#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

Dexcom G6 & Dexcom G7....What is the difference between them? Which CGM is better? Is Dexcom g6 better? or is g7 better? Are they getting rid of dexcom g6? Why is dexcom g7 the new cgm? Samantha explains her experiences with dexcom g6 & dexcom g7. Don't forget to subscribe for more videos just like this!Say Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgT#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

Blood sugar friendly meal - how do you know if yours is one? How can you make a meal that won't spike your blood sugar? What do you put on your plate to make it a healthy, blood sugar friendly meal? I dive into what nutrients you need to add to your plate to help with that blood sugar spike.

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What is a carb and how do you count carbs?

When diagnosed with diabetes, the doctors usually say "eat low carb"... but what does that even mean? What food is a carb? What food has a lot of carbs? What food has no carbs? Is sugar a carb? How do we avoid carbs? How do we lessen a blood sugar spike?

All of these questions go through a new diabetics mind and no one tells us the information we need to know. As a type 1 diabetic, I dive into how I measure carbs and how I determine how many carbs are in a specific food.Don't forget to subscribe for more videos just like this!Say Hi on Social Media:www.instagram.com/type1.tribe 

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What is the normal range for blood sugar? What are ideal blood sugar numbers? Where should my blood sugar be for normal ranges? What are pre-diabetic levels? What are type 2 diabetes blood sugar levels? What are type 1 diabetes blood sugar levels? Tune in to find out more about blood sugar levels for non-diabetics and diabetics. Don't forget to subscribe for more videos just like this!Say Hi on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/type1.tribe***Get the Diabetes eBook: ***https://type1tribe.thrivecart.com/lower-your-a1c-ebook/?_kx=MzeGuPvxeytNDQ-tghoKH_PspYc6LK9iC-sFKAAdmU4.VQxKgTShop Type 1 Diabetes Products:https://www.type1tribe.com#SamanthaHildebrandt #type1diabetes #t1d

Recently Diagnosed with Diabetes? Here are easy low carb swaps for you to implement immediately. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes? These options will make your life easier and lower your blood sugar. Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes? These food options will make your life easier and lower your blood sugar. Tune in to get some easy low carb meal and low carb snack options!

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Why I think Multiple Daily Injections is better than an Insulin Pump.

I've been taking insulin shots since I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in February of 2021 and I don't plan to switch to an insulin pump (like tandem or omnipod) anytime soon.

Listen in as to why I personally LOVE MDI as an insulin-delivery method.

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