Let's Talk Diabetes - A podcast from Diabetes UK Northern Ireland Diabetes UK

In this episode we’re exploring the world of pregnancy for women who have diabetes. We’re joined by healthcare professionals Deborah and Jaquie who are both diabetes midwives at the Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital in Belfast, and Claire who has been living with type 1 diabetes for over 25 years while also experiencing three pregnancies. Suzy chats with our guests about managing diabetes throughout pre-pregnancy planning, hormones during pregnancy and after you give birth.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
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If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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In this episode, we're kicking off our women's health series as we explore the topics of periods, puberty and contraception. Here, Suzy is joined by Claire, who has lived with type 1 diabetes since she was 9 years old. Claire will be reflecting on her journey as a young lady going through these changes and then chatting about managing relationships and contraception while living with diabetes.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
Follow us on social media @diabetesukni
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If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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This month Suzy is joined by Elaine and Fiona from the NI team, who will chatting all about volunteering with Diabetes UK NI, including opportunities, highlights and information about our new Live Well Champion volunteering role.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
Follow us on social media @diabetesukni
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If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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In episode 10 we're looking at travel and sport when managing type 1 diabetes.
Hosted by Sam Cormack, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Co-ordinator, guests for this episode are Sian Dunwoody, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Worker and Young Leaders Lea Carson and James Coughlin. This is the third and final episode from Our Lives Our Voices, catch-up on previous episodes that cover various topics of interest to young people living with type 1 diabetes.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
Follow us on social media @diabetesukni
Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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In episode 9 we cover big changes in a young person's life, and how this can impact those managing diabetes. We'll be taking a look at moving to secondary school, higher education, moving home, entering the workplace and more.
Hosted by Sam Cormack, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Co-ordinator, guests for this episode are Sian Dunwoody, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Worker and Hollie Morrison, a Young Leader in the project. Our Lives Our Voices is taking over three episodes in our series, diving into various topics of interest to young people living with type 1 diabetes.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
Follow us on social media @diabetesukni
Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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In episode 8 of Let's Talk Diabetes we're joined by members of Our Lives Our Voices. This episode introduces the youth project and takes a look at peer support, diabetes burnout and stigma faced by young people living with type 1 diabetes. 
Hosted by Sam Cormack, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Co-ordinator, guests for this episode are Sian Dunwoody, Our Lives Our Voices Youth Worker and Aimee Stevenson, a Young Leader in the project. Stay tuned as Our Lives Our Voices takes over the next three episodes, diving into various topics of interest to young people living with type 1 diabetes.
There will be a new episode available every month, so make sure to join us as we explore all the topics, advice and questions that matter to you.
For more information about diabetes visit the Diabetes UK website. You can keep up to date with the Northern Ireland team here.
Follow us on social media @diabetesukni
Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
If you are affected by any topics discussed then you can call our helpline team on 0345 123 2399, or email us at helpline@diabetes.org.uk
The views and opinions of the guests are their personal or professional opinions and may not reflect the views or advice of Diabetes UK NI. The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's important you always speak with your healthcare team for specific medical advice.

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