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Happy Holidays from Mama-Betes!

Published 9 months ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader!

I can't believe this is the last newsletter of 2025! Thank you for all of your support over the past year. I have loved building this community and getting to know all of you - and we are just getting started!

As I reflect on the past year, my 28th year with diabetes, I feel like I have learned so much about unconventional ways to manage the disease, and I am excited for what's to come in 2026. I will be switching to a new endocrinologist who I hope is on board with GLP-1s and DIY Loop, getting some testing done for the ongoing vertigo issues I have had, and although I am a bit nervous about the news of Dexcom sunsetting the Dexcom G6 in July, part of me is excited to try something new.

What are you looking forward to in the new year? Feel free to reply to this email and let me know!

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New and updated posts on the blog this month

​Your Guide to the Top T1D-Approved Diabetes Gifts ​

Need some last-minute gifts for your loved ones with T1D (or yourself 😄)? Check out some of my favorite items in the article, all of which can be purchased on Amazon.

​Everything You Actually Need to Know About the Freestyle Libre 3+​

This one is BRAND new and was just published today! My honest thoughts on the Freestyle Libre 3+ after trialing it for a month.

​A Diabetes Dietitian Shares Her Top Tips for Thriving as a Mom with Diabetes​

Need some inspiration? This article is newly updated with even more tips and advice!

What I'm loving this month on Amazon!

I have so many fun finds to share this month! I honestly had trouble choosing my top picks. Here are a few of my favorite purchases:

  • ​Fleece-lined hat: This warm fleece-lined hat comes in TONS of color options and will keep me warm when I walk my dog this winter.
  • ​Freezer snack pouches: I was getting tired of sending shelf-stable processed food for my kid's school snacks, so I bought these Packit freezer pouches. We have been using the Packit lunch boxes for years. Now they are bringing snacks like yogurt, string cheese, and fresh fruit, which makes my dietitian heart very happy!
  • ​Harney and Sons Cinnamon Decaf Hot Tea: I know I've mentioned the Sweet and Spicy tea that I love several times, but this one might actually be my new favorite! I love the cute tin it comes in and how you can really taste the cinnamon.
  • ​I Run on Insulin and Coffee t-shirt: This one is in the gift guide, but I love it so much I had to make sure you saw it! I will be wearing mine on repeat!
  • ​Heated neck and back massager: This is one of those gifts you get for your significant other, but you actually steal it and use it for yourself.
  • ​Double-sided cutting board: One side is titanium for meat, the other is bamboo for fruits, vegetables, to use as a charcuterie board, etc. Genius and practical! I will be gifting several of these this year.
  • ​Glass oil dispenser: No more constantly buying cooking spray! Just pour in your favorite oil and spray or pour from the spout.
  • ​Green Pan Non-Stick Ceramic Pans: I decided to upgrade some of my pots and pans recently, and after doing lots of research, I settled on these. I love how evenly they cook and how easy they are to clean. Apparently, they were on Oprah's Favorite Things list last year.

RD Spotlight

Anne Danahy, creator of Craving Something Healthy, shares easy, tasty Mediterranean-diet-inspired recipes and nutrition articles about how to stay healthy as you age. Check out her Flourless Chocolate Torte recipe and join her newsletter while you're there.

Until next time,

Lindsay

P.S. - Looking for more healthy sweets for the holidays? Make sure to check out Zest Nutrition's roundup of dietitian holiday cookie recipes, featuring my favorite 4-ingredient peanut butter cookies!

Mama-Betes

Lindsay Cohen

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