DiabetesSisters

06/04/2026

Did you know that polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS) has been given a new name?

Registered dietitian and PCOS expert Angela Grassi explains why experts are moving toward the term Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) and what this change means for women living with the condition.

In this video, you'll learn:
• Why the term "polycystic o***y syndrome" can be misleading
• The connection between PCOS, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes
• How PCOS affects metabolic and endocrine health
• Why the new name emphasizes the condition's broader health impacts
• Lifestyle, nutrition, and treatment strategies that can help manage symptoms

Understanding PCOS as a metabolic and endocrine condition—not just a reproductive condition—may help women receive earlier diagnosis, better support, and more comprehensive care.

06/02/2026

Many women considering GLP-1 medications worry about side effects—but what if there’s more to the story?

According to Dr. Paula Diab, PhD, CDCES, diabetologist and weight management specialist, many side effects are often related to dosing and how quickly medications are increased.

💡 Key takeaway: Side effects are not a sign of weakness.

Starting with a lower dose, increasing gradually, staying hydrated, eating smaller portions, and working closely with your healthcare team can help make these medications more manageable.

Looking for more practical tips on healthy habits, weight management, and reducing your risk of diabetes complications? Explore our Lifestyle & Prevention Hub for expert resources, articles, webinars, and tools designed to support your health journey: https://hubs.ly/Q04jHmyy0

05/27/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💜

We hear from women all the time that diabetes can feel heavy.

Not just the blood glucose checks, medications, or appointments — but the invisible weight too. The mental math. The decision fatigue. The worrying. The feeling of always having to think about diabetes.

If diabetes feels heavy right now, here are a few reminders for you.

Give yourself the same grace you would give someone you love today. 💜

05/26/2026

For many women living with diabetes, conversations about weight can feel frustrating, exhausting, or filled with judgment. Weight bias can impact more than care — it can affect confidence, mental health, and the willingness to seek support.

Join us for Untangling Weight Bias and Diabetes Care with Megrette Fletcher, M.Ed., RDN, CDCES, as we discuss how weight bias shows up and ways to support more compassionate, person-centered diabetes care. 💜

🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM EDT

Learn more + register: https://hubs.ly/Q04hPQdX0

05/19/2026

Finding time for movement during a busy season of motherhood can feel downright impossible. 💜

Between parenting, diabetes, work, appointments, and the constant mental load, movement can easily become “one more thing” on the to-do list.

But what if we flipped the script?

What if movement became less about pressure—and more about thanking our bodies for all they do for us each day. ✨

Join us tomorrow for our Motherhood and Diabetes Support Group:

🗓 Tuesday, May 19, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM EDT
Sign up here: https://hubs.ly/Q04h3lkF0

Connect with other women navigating pregnancy, parenting, diabetes, movement, and the everyday realities of motherhood in a space where you don’t have to explain yourself.

✨ Real conversations
✨ Peer support
✨ Encouragement from women who truly get it

05/18/2026

💜 Over the weekend, Hypertension Awareness Day was recognized — an important reminder that heart health and diabetes health go hand in hand.

Women living with diabetes face a higher risk of high blood pressure and heart disease, making heart-healthy habits especially important.

The latest American Heart Association guidance encourages:
✔️ More whole, minimally processed foods
✔️ More fiber-rich and plant-based meals
✔️ Less added sugar and sodium
✔️ Supportive habits that feel realistic and sustainable

📖 Read more tips on eating for heart health here: https://hubs.ly/Q04gYphz0

Learn how the 2026 American Heart Association guidelines can help women with diabetes support heart health and build sustainable habits.

05/15/2026

The power of sisterhood. 💛 Here’s what women shared about our Meetups — a reminder that connection truly changes everything.

Join an upcoming Meetup: https://hubs.ly/Q04gMD1R0

05/13/2026

May is Osteoporosis Prevention Month — and for women living with diabetes, bone health deserves more attention than it often gets. 💜

Women with diabetes face a higher risk of bone loss and fractures, making proactive bone health especially important at every stage of life.

🎥 Watch our webinar recording to learn more about osteoporosis, fracture risk, and practical ways to support lifelong bone health: https://hubs.ly/Q04gwDLk0

Watch this informative video on the essentials of bone health, tailored specifically forwomen living with diabetes. Featuring Dr. Karen Kemmis, this session will provide practical tips and expert insights to help you take proactive steps toward lifelong bone health.

05/10/2026

We see you ✨

To every mother and mother figure—biological, adoptive, step, chosen, or spiritual—we see the love you give, the strength you carry, and the care you offer, even on the hardest days.

To the women living with diabetes who are balancing their health, caring for others, managing the mental load, and showing up day after day—we see your resilience, your courage, and all the unseen work you do.

Whether you’re a mom yourself or someone who nurtures, supports, and cares for others in ways both big and small: we see you, we honor you, and we celebrate you today.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at DiabetesSisters 🤍

05/07/2026

Living with diabetes comes with a lot to carry—but having support can make all the difference.

At DiabetesSisters, we’re building a community where women can feel seen, understood, supported, and empowered through every season of life with diabetes.

Whether you’re looking for connection, education, encouragement, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone—you belong here. 💜

Join our community: https://hubs.ly/Q04fQGzd0