#231: Navigating T1D Through Pregnancy, Motherhood & Beyond

Managing type 1 diabetes is never easy, but add pregnancy, motherhood, and a demanding career to the mix—and the mental load can feel overwhelming.

In this episode, Dr, Mark sits down with Kate, a diabetes educator, registered nurse, and mom from Australia who has lived with T1D for 20 years. She opens up about:

✅ Her unexpected diagnosis as a teenager and how she adapted
✅ The mental side of managing diabetes through pregnancy and postpartum
✅ The pressure to “do it all” as a mom with T1D—and how she set boundaries to protect her health
✅ How she helps others manage their diabetes without feeling trapped by perfection

Kate’s story is powerful, real, and packed with insights for anyone navigating life with diabetes. Whether you're newly diagnosed, thinking about pregnancy, or just looking for inspiration to keep going—this episode is for you.