Do You Really Need All These Doctors?

When you’re diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, suddenly it can feel like the entire medical system has your number on speed dial. Primary care, endocrinologist, podiatrist, cardiologist, eye doctor....where does it end?

In this episode of Sick of Pricks, we’re breaking down:

• Which specialists are essential for type 2 care.
• Who you might only need if certain issues come up.
• How to know if a doctor is the right fit for you (or a giant red flag).
• Three simple questions to ask yourself after every appointment.

Because let’s be real: you don’t need a whole army of white coats. You just need the right team...the ones who see you, respect you, and help you live your life without drowning in appointments.

💬 Real talk, zero fluff. Hit play to hear how to simplify your care team without sacrificing your health.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

It’s one thing to manage your blood sugar.
It’s another thing to manage your blood sugar and your partner’s opinions about it.

In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when the people closest to you just don’t understand life with type 2 diabetes. From the “Should you be eating that?” comments to the eye rolls when you check your numbers, to the flat-out food sabotage. It can leave you feeling alone, frustrated, and ready to scream.

Here’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode:

• Why your partner or family may not “get it” (and what’s really behind those comments).
• The emotional, physical, and mental toll of feeling unsupported.
• Red flags vs. growth opportunities...how to tell if it’s ignorance or sabotage.
• Practical strategies for setting boundaries, educating without lecturing, and giving your partner a role that actually helps.
• What to do when you’ve tried everything and they still don’t get it, from outsourcing your support to protecting your peace.

👉 If your relationship has ever felt like an extra obstacle in your diabetes care, this episode is for you.

Listen now, subscribe so you don’t miss the next one, and if this resonated with you, leave a quick review. It helps more people living with type 2 find this show and feel less alone.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Let’s talk about the kind of denial nobody warns you about.

In this episode, I’m opening up about the quiet, sneaky version of denial I lived in after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes...the one that looks like “I’m fine” on the outside, while everything’s actually falling apart underneath.

We’re getting into:

• What denial really looks like (hint: it’s not just refusing your diagnosis)
• Why I stayed stuck for longer than I’d like to admit
• What finally shook me out of it-and it wasn’t a doctor, a scare, or a number
• How to come out of denial without shame, pressure, or perfection

If you’ve ever felt like you’re coasting, avoiding, or waiting for a magical Monday to get it together, this one’s for you.

This episode is raw, real, and full of the stuff we don’t say out loud often enough.
You’re not alone in this. And you’re not stuck.

Thanks for listening...and if this episode hit home, share it with someone else who needs to hear it.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

The words “blindness,” “amputation,” “kidney failure,” and “heart attack” get thrown around real quick after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, but no one tells you what to do with the fear that follows you around afterward.

In this episode, we’re going there.

We’re unpacking the emotional weight of fearing complications and what it actually means to take care of yourself from a place of awareness, not anxiety.

What we cover:

• Why fear-based care doesn’t work long-term
• The early signs of complications you should know about
• How to tell the difference between real risk and doom-spiraling
• What actually helps you feel better, stronger, and more in control
• Why perfection isn’t required and never was

This episode is part science, part pep talk, and 100% real talk.
You are not a ticking time bomb.
You are allowed to live your life: fully, freely, and without shame.

🎧 Listen now and take your power back.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

✍️ Episode Description:

"Reverse your diabetes in 30 days!"
"Remission is the goal!"
"Get off all your meds!"

If you’ve been bombarded with buzzwords like reversal and remission, but they’ve only left you confused, pressured, or straight-up annoyed-you are not alone.

In this episode of Sick of Pricks, we break down what those words actually mean (clinically and emotionally), why they’re often misunderstood, and how they can mess with your mindset. From the reality of blood sugar management to the guilt spiral when your numbers fluctuate, we’re getting real about what matters more than a label.

💥 Whether you’re in remission, nowhere near it, or don’t even want it, this conversation will give you the clarity (and the permission) to focus on what works for you.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between remission and reversal (and why one of them is mostly marketing)
• Why chasing a label can lead to burnout and shame
• How to reframe “progress” in a way that’s actually sustainable
• What to ask your doctor when the buzzwords start flying
• How to ditch the guilt and build a plan that supports your reality

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Episode Description:

Blood sugar swings can feel like emotional whiplash. One minute you’re shaking and sweating through a low, the next you’re rage-walking your way out of a high, and somehow you’re still expected to function like a normal human.

In this episode of Sick of Pricks, we’re having a real, unfiltered conversation about what it’s like to live through the rollercoaster of highs and lows with type 2 diabetes. We’re covering:

• What low blood sugar really feels like (and why it makes you want to eat the entire kitchen)
• Why high blood sugar hits so hard, physically and emotionally
• Tips for treating, recovering, and preventing crashes-without shame or perfection
• What to do (and NOT do) when you’re over 250 mg/dL
• How to stop judging yourself for your numbers and start showing yourself some damn grace

This isn’t just about correcting the number. It’s about protecting your energy, your peace, and your confidence.

Because your blood sugar isn’t a grade. It’s a signal. And you’re allowed to respond with care, not criticism.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

If you’ve ever crushed a diet, lost the weight, followed the plan, got the compliments, but still ended up feeling like you failed yourself... this episode is for you.

In today’s Sick of Pricks real talk session, we’re digging into why being “good at diets” hasn’t translated into long-term health, sustainable habits, or peaceful blood sugar, and how that mindset might be quietly sabotaging your progress with type 2 diabetes.

You’ll hear:

• Why diet success doesn’t equal diabetes management success
• How diet culture taught you to shrink, not sustain
• Why perfectionism and shame keep you stuck
• How to shift toward consistency, stability, and real self-trust
• The difference between eating for weight loss vs. eating to feel better

This is not about blaming your past self. It’s about freeing your future self.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.

You’re doing your best… and then you see someone else post their A1C and suddenly you feel like trash. Welcome to the diabetes comparison trap — where someone else’s progress somehow makes you question your own.

In this episode, we get real about:

• Why comparing your journey to other people’s (especially online) is messing with your head
  
  
  
• What you don’t see behind those “reversed in 30 days” stories
  
  
  
• The damage this mindset causes — and what to focus on instead
  
  
  
• How to spot when comparison is sneaking in and shutting you down
  
  
  
• What actually helped me stop obsessing over everyone else’s numbers and start owning mine
  
  
  

This episode isn’t about pretending comparison doesn’t happen. It’s about not letting it derail you.

What to Do Next:
✔ Follow Sick of Pricks so you don’t miss the next one
✔ Share this episode with someone who's been stuck in the comparison trap
✔ Tag @sms_diabetes_support on IG and tell me: What’s your win this week?

Your journey is still valid — even if no one claps for it.

Connect with Mary:

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.