Being out of routine doesn’t have to mean being out of range—but it does require a more intentional approach, especially when it comes to managing blood sugars. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing 3 tips to help you keep your blood sugars more stable with food, even when you’re outside your kitchen. Whether it's a vacation, a golf trip, a bachelorette weekend, a backyard barbecue, or a shift from school to summer break for your child with T1D, these changes can make nutrition and blood sugar management more complex. We're here to remind you that it’s not about being perfect—it’s about making progress, staying intentional, and learning your patterns so you can move from a reactive to a proactive mindset. The #1 thing we hope you take away from this episode is that feeling good about your blood sugars while living with freedom and flexibility is absolutely possible.
Quick Takeaways:
- Lauren’s top three tips for keeping a stable blood sugar when she’s out of routine
- How to identify your Minimum Viable Carb Count (MVC)
- Living in a place of possibility versus limitation (and how to get there)
- Being strategic with meal and snack/treat times to prevent BG spikes
- Mindset shifts that are crucial for managing T1D out of your routine
Timestamps:
- [02:43] #1. Defining your ‘MVC’
- [07:32] #2. Time the treats
- [09:10] When you feel like T1D has made you the “no person” (or parent)
- [10:19] “Living more in possibility versus limitation"
- [10:43] #3. Giving yourself permission slips
- [13:34] “If you feel like you are trying too hard to blend in…”
What to do now:
1. Want to learn how to navigate diabetes distress with more clarity and support? Register here for our free webinar featuring Dr. Molly Tanenbaum, a clinical psychologist from Stanford University Medical School.
2. Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
3. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
4. If you want to hear another episode like this: Listen to #75 (5 Tips for Optimal Blood Sugars When You're Out of Routine)
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