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Supporting the Newly Diagnosed
There’s so much we can learn from different disciplines, areas and professions. Every experience, good or bad, can be a learning opportunity. Personally I get excited to see what works and how we can apply it to diabetes care. Read more
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Busting Breastfeeding Myths
For a world Breastfeeding Week, the theme this year is to educate and support. I am grateful to all the parents who have shared their knowledge and experiences online as that’s where I’ve gained so much information and support from. Read more
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Surviving the Fourth Trimester
Surviving the fourth trimester seems to be about taking things a day at a time. Every day is a new beginning, an opportunity to show kindness to myself and a reminder that the tough days will pass. Read more
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Living in the Moment
The past couple of weeks have really tested the extent of how far my patience and resilience can be stretched as we all transitioned into our roles and routines with a toddler and a newborn. It’s certainly been challenging and I know everyone means well when they say “things will get better soon” but that Read more
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A Conversation with Another Healthcare Professional
Words are powerful. Coming from a healthcare professional, they hold even more power if you don’t know any better. But with great power, comes great responsibility… Read more
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In my perfect world…
If you woke up tomorrow and all your troubles were gone, what would that look like for you? – A great reflective exercise on figuring out what your life’s priorities are. Here’s my take. ☀️ Read more
Welcome to my Bittersweet Diagnosis Blog
When I started this blog in 2011, I never thought it would be going over 10 years later. Writing is my way of reflecting and processing the world around me. Over time, I didn’t realise my stories resonated with others or helped them to learn more about living with diabetes. And so it is the power of sharing stories that keeps me going with this blog.
Initially, I named my blog “Bittersweet Diagnosis” as that is exactly how I feel about my diabetes. Learning to live with a chronic condition as intensive as diabetes has been one of the toughest challenges I’m still navigating. Yet along the way, diabetes has made me grow and develop into a better person, physically and mentally.
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