TYPE 1 DIABETES * MOTHERHOOD * STRENGTH

Living well with Type 1, one honest chapter at a time.

Diagnosed at 17. A mom since 2023. I went from insulin pens to a Medtronic pump to an Omnipod, and found my strength along the way. Real stories and practical guides for anyone living with T1D.

Written from lived experience. Not medical advice. 

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Where would you like to start?

Pick the path closest to where you are right now. 

What I wish I knew at 17, and what I would tell you now. 

My 2022-2023 journey, from an easy first trimester to the hardest third. 

From pens to Medtronic to Omnipod, and what each change felt like. 

Workouts, food and mom routines that fit a real schedule. 

THE PILLAR GUIDE

Understanding insulin, without the overwhelm.

Basal vs. Bolus, rapid to ultra-long, pumps and automated delivery, and what’s new in 2026. A beginner-friendly guide with sources and an FAQ.

25 min read

Updated Oct 2026

Sourced from ADA, NIDDK & FDA

Basal

Background insulin that works throughout the day and night, even when you are not eating.

Bolus

Mealtime and correction insulin, taken around food or to bring a high back down. 

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Why Lady Clay Is Anonymous.

I was diagnosed at 17, and nearly two decades later I am still learning. I share my story anonymously because I want the focus to stay on the stories, the lessons, and the conversations, not on the person behind them.

Everything shared here is personal experience for general information only. It is not medical advice and does not replace your diabetes care team.