Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes22 Juni

Ep 163 - Diagnosed at 5: Ruth Collin on 50 Years with Type 1

What does it really look like to live 50 years with type 1 diabetes?

In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Collin, who was diagnosed at just five years old and is now marking five decades of life with type 1. From glass syringes in the 1970s to today's closed-loop technology, Ruth shares how diabetes care—and her mindset—has evolved.

We talk about:

How technology has transformed diabetes management
The emotional side of living with type 1 long-term
Hormones, stress, and midlife changes
What "good enough" really means with blood sugar
Why community and shared stories matter more than ever

Ruth also shares why she started her podcast, The Long View – Living with Type 1 Diabetes, and how hearing others' stories has shaped her perspective on resilience, identity, and hope.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, frustrated, or like you're doing everything "right" but your numbers say otherwise—this conversation will remind you: you're not alone, and there's wisdom in taking the long view.

Connect with Ruth Collin

Podcast: The Long View - Living with Type 1 Diabetes

Website: The Long View

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Purchase Melissa's book, Highs, Lows, & Hormones

Connect with other like-minded women in a supportive group coaching community:

Type 1 In Midlife Coaching Circle

Visit diabetessisters.org to join. It's free, easy to use, and a great place to find community and support.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

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Ep 170 - Part 3 of A 3-Part Hormone Series: Could Low Testosterone Be Behind Your Brain Fog, Fatigue & Loss of Drive?

In this final episode of my three-part hormone series, we're talking about the hormone many women overlook: testosterone. Most women associate testosterone with men, but it plays a critical role in wo...

10 Aug 18min

Ep 169 - The Thyroid Fix: Why TSH Isn't Enough with Dr. Amie Hornaman

If you've ever been told, "Your thyroid labs are normal," yet you still struggle with fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, or unpredictable blood sugars, this episode is for you. I'm joined by Dr...

3 Aug 47min

Ep 168 - From Patient to Partner: Why Your Voice Matters in Diabetes Care

What happens when a person living with Type 1 diabetes spends more than four decades navigating the condition—and then helps shape the future of healthcare? In this episode, I'm joined by Hanna Boëthi...

27 Juli 49min

Ep 167 - Part 2 of A 3-Part Hormone Series: Tired but Wired? The Progesterone Connection Every Woman Should Know

Welcome back to Part 2 of this special 3-part series inspired by one of the most valuable resources inside my book, Highs, Lows & Hormones: The Symptom-Hormone Matching Guide. Do you crawl into bed ex...

20 Juli 29min

Ep 166 - Part 1 of a 3-Part Hormone Series: Low Estrogen or Something Else? Decoding the Symptoms Your Body Is Sending You

Are your blood sugars harder to manage than they used to be? You may be blaming your diabetes, your food choices, or your insulin settings. But what if estrogen is part of the story? In this first epi...

13 Juli 19min

Ep 165 - Real Talk: What's New in Life, Diabetes & Midlife

Returning guest Mary Ann Chamberlain is back for an honest conversation about what life with type 1 diabetes looks like after more than 36 years. If you haven't already, be sure to go back and listen ...

6 Juli 55min

Ep 164 - The Diabetes Burnout Nobody Talks About: Stress, Rest & Nervous System Regulation

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything "right" with your diabetes management, but your blood sugars still seem unpredictable? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brooke Shelton, Doctor of Ph...

29 Juni 56min