The Healthy Diabetic
Welcome to The healthy Diabetic Podcast, each week I talk about how to navigate the complexities of diabetes. I interview doctors, Endo's, dietitians, CDE's, technology leaders, caregivers, and of course anybody who is affected by diabetes. This show is for you if you're looking for safe, educational, and engaging conversations. I promise to brighten your day, and you'll be sure to leave educated, supported, and guided on your way to a healthier and happier life with diabetes.
Remember, your only job as a diabetic is to figure out what works for you!
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Coach Ken.
The Healthy Diabetic
#352: Let’s Talk About Diabetes and Intimacy… Because No One Else Is - (LIVE-020)
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In this episode, Coach Ken and Graham open up a conversation that doesn’t get talked about enough—intimacy and relationships while living with diabetes.
From managing BS during intimate moments to navigating confidence, communication, and vulnerability, this episode highlights a side of diabetes that often gets overlooked.
Ken and Graham break down the real-life challenges people face, including concerns about highs and lows, wearing devices like CGMs or pumps, and the mental load that can show up in relationships.
The conversation expands into how diabetes can impact self-image, confidence, and connection, and why avoiding these conversations can create more stress over time.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- How diabetes can impact intimacy and relationships
- Common concerns around blood sugars during intimate moments
- Navigating insulin pumps, CGMs, and devices in real-life situations
- The role of confidence and self-image in relationships
- Why communication is key (with partners and yourself)
- How mental load and stress can show up in intimacy
- Ways to approach these situations with more confidence and awareness
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