💪She Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro Without a CGM — Living Boldly With Type 1 Diabetes

In this inspiring episode, host Madi Cheever sits down withMichelle Hale, founder of Global Diabetic, a global Type 1 diabetes advocate who has lived on five continents, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, and built a worldwide community proving that diabetes does not define limitations.
Michelle shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 14, navigating early feelings of isolation, and eventually transforming her experience into a mission-driven platform that connects and empowers people with diabetes around the world.
🎧 Topics Covered:- Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a teenager- Traveling internationally with diabetes- Pregnancy and motherhood with Type 1 diabetes- Mental health, burnout, and self-advocacy- Why visibility and community matter- Breaking misconceptions about diabetes
👩‍⚕️ About the Host:Madi Cheever is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and lives with Type 1 diabetes herself. She is the creator of TypeOneTypeFun.com and hosts conversations that empowerpeople with diabetes through education, community, and real-life experiences. Follow Madi @type.one.type.fun
🌍 About the Guest:Michelle Hale is the founder of Global Diabetic and a global Type 1 diabetes advocate. She hosts the weekly Instagram Live series “Mondays with Michelle” and shares lived experiences from around the world to help others feel less alone with diabetes. Follow Michelle @GlobalDiabetic
Presented by DirectDiabetes.com — For 30 years, they've mailed diabetes supplies such as continuous glucose monitors and insulin pump supplies regularly to people's homes and handle the insurance headaches so they can skip pharmacy hassles. With almost 5 stars on Google Reviews, they provide THE BEST customer service. Follow Direct Diabetes @DirectDiabetes.

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