Bonus: Hypos and Horses: Anna's Wild T1D Story (with Guest: Ashleigh McLoughlin)

We Are T1D : Type 1 Diabetes

This midweek episode of We Are T1D is full of laughter and a bit of chaos as Mike and Jack present "Hypos and Horses," a hilarious listener story from Anna. Special guest Ashleigh joins the fun to narrate Anna’s adventurous day at the stables, where managing Type 1 Diabetes becomes a muddy, unpredictable journey.

Anna's story takes us through her day of managing 40 horses when a hypo hits at the worst possible moment. Battling dropping blood sugar levels, she ends up chasing the wrong ginger horse through muddy fields. This humorous yet insightful tale highlights the challenges of managing T1D in demanding environments, proving that even in the most chaotic moments, there’s a way to find humor and support.

Tune in as Mike, Jack, and Ashleigh dive into Anna's experience, share their own relatable moments, and emphasize the importance of learning from hypo mishaps. This episode captures the supportive and fun spirit of the T1D community, reminding us that even in the muddiest situations, we can connect and uplift each other.

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• 00:00 – Intro
• 00:42 - Anna's Story: Hypos and Horses
• 01:12 – Mike suffers from severe hypers and sometimes his sugars drop to zero
• 06:51 – Ashleigh and Jack have a convo
• 09:06 - When you coming back on Ashleigh?
• 10:28 – Ashleigh and Jamie think Jack is 40
• 12:30 - Mike come's back and Ashleigh leaves
• 16:01 – Outro - Submit your stories!