{"podcast":{"title":"Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes","slug":"type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803","podcast_index_feed_id":6369803,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/472698/rss","website_url":"https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/b/0/6/1/b061ac24ed35131416c3140a3186d450/Type_1_In_Midlife_Mktg_For_Libsyn_3000_x_3000_px_1.jpg","author":"Melissa Slemp","episode_count":166,"summary":"The Type 1 in Midlife Podcast is for women navigating hormones and blood sugar through perimenopause, menopause, and aging with type 1 diabetes. Hosted by Melissa Slemp, certified nutritional and hormone health coach, author of Highs, Lows & Hormones, and living with type 1 diabetes for more than 44 years. This show brings honest conversations, practical strategies, and real-life support to women who are tired of feeling dismissed, confused, or alone in their health journey. Inside each episode, you'll learn how hormones impact insulin resistance, sleep, weight gain, stress, energy, metabolism, and blood sugar management during every stage of life. Melissa also brings trusted conversations around the benefits and considerations of hormone therapy, helping women better understand current research, treatment options, symptom relief, and how hormone support may improve quality of life during midlife and menopause. Through lived experience, coaching insight, expert interviews, and faith-filled encouragement, Melissa helps women better understand their bodies, confidently advocate for the care and support they deserve, and feel empowered to make informed health decisions. If you're loo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-06T22:20:00.422674+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 163 - Diagnosed at 5: Ruth Collin on 50 Years with Type 1","slug":"ep-163-diagnosed-at-5-ruth-collin-on-50-years-with-type-1","published_at":"2026-06-22T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803/ep-163-diagnosed-at-5-ruth-collin-on-50-years-with-type-1","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803","url":"https://8a3e4cb9-6bb5-419e-af59-a9022a4482b0.libsyn.com/ep-163-diagnosed-at-5-ruth-collins-on-50-years-with-type-1","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/8a3e4cb9-6bb5-419e-af59-a9022a4482b0/T1IM_163_-_Ruth_Collins.mp3?dest-id=4006335","summary":"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 Connect with Melissa Slemp: Follow on: Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Linkedin Check out Melissa's website 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.","meta_description":"What does it really look like to live 50 years with type 1 diabetes? 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