In this heartfelt episode, Catherine explores the emotional weight of summer — especially for mums balancing diabetes, parenting, and the pressure to create nonstop fun. From the invisible labour of planning beach days to the guilt of feeling worn out before breakfast, this episode is a compassionate reminder that unrealistic summer expectations are destined to disappoint.

With honesty, humour, and vulnerability, Catherine invites listeners to rethink what “a good summer” really means — and to let go of the fantasy in favour of real moments, real rest, and real self-kindness.

Key themes:

·      Letting go of perfect summer expectations

·      The emotional and physical toll of managing diabetes in parenting

·      Why feeling tired, grumpy or unmotivated doesn’t make you a bad mammy

·      Encouragement to embrace a slower, more compassionate summer

The Diabetic Mammy is the heartfelt, no-nonsense podcast where type 1 diabetes meets motherhood, community, and a whole lot of real talk. Hosted by Catherine, a mammy navigating the highs and lows of type 1 diabetes, each episode blends personal insight with practical wisdom, offering support for parents, carers, and anyone living with or loving someone with diabetes. From tech transitions and hospital diagnoses to school lunches and stolen sleep, this podcast embraces the messy, meaningful moments that make up life with chronic illness. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a seasoned warrior, The Diabetic Mammy is your space to feel seen, supported, and never alone.

Connect with Catherine by email on catherine@abundantlydiabetes.com or reach her on Instagram: abundantlydiabetes

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