In today’s episode, we welcome Laura Pavlakovich, founder of You're Just My Type. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age four, Laura shares her journey and the mission behind her platform, which started as a photo project and has grown into a thriving community offering support, education, and resources. Laura discusses her mental health challenges, strategies for managing the fear of hypoglycemia, and maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Join us for an inspiring conversation on the emotional and mental aspects of living with type 1 diabetes and the importance of community support. In This Episode We’ll Cover:  Laura’s journey from diagnosis to advocacy Mental health impact of living with type 1 diabetes and Laura's personal experiences Practical tips on how to manage the daily mental and physical challenges of diabetes, including the fear of hypoglycemia. Complexities of maintaining a healthy relationship with food while managing type 1 diabetes The importance of having a community and support system The role of technology, like CGMs, in managing diabetes Laura's vision for expanding her platform to provide support and resources to more people living with type 1 diabetes Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify -  it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today!For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast