🎙 When You Don’t Have It, But They Do 🎙

Being the parent of a child with type 1 diabetes is a constant act of love, advocacy, and vigilance—but what happens when you’re supporting a condition you don’t live with yourself?

In this tender and empowering episode, Catherine speaks to the unique emotional space parents occupy when they’re managing diabetes from the outside. From navigating the intensity of low and high blood sugars to responding to the phrase, “You don’t get it,” this episode offers gentle guidance for showing up with empathy—even when you can’t fully understand.

You’ll hear:

💬 Why validating your child’s feelings matters more than having all the answers

🧠 How phrases like “false hunger” can be confusing for kids

❤️ What to say when your child feels misunderstood

👂 The power of “Tell me more” in parenting through chronic illness

This episode is a reassuring companion for any parent walking beside their child on the type 1 journey—without walking in their shoes.

The Diabetic Mammy is the heartfelt, no-nonsense podcast where type 1 diabetes meets motherhood, community, and a whole lot of real talk. Hosted by Catherine, a mammy navigating the highs and lows of type 1 diabetes, each episode blends personal insight with practical wisdom, offering support for parents, carers, and anyone living with or loving someone with diabetes. From tech transitions and hospital diagnoses to school lunches and stolen sleep, this podcast embraces the messy, meaningful moments that make up life with chronic illness. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a seasoned warrior, The Diabetic Mammy is your space to feel seen, supported, and never alone.

Connect with Catherine by email on catherine@abundantlydiabetes.com or reach her on Instagram: abundantlydiabetes

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