In Pt 2, we dive more into Krislin's new life without T1D and CKD as of June 29, 2025.

Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, ⁠Krislin⁠’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis, something extraordinary happened. By age 29, ⁠Krislin⁠ was gifted the chance at a new life.

Her story is one of resilience, heartbreak, and hope. So, grab your tissues and walk with Krislin. Love with Krislin. Live with Krislin. Cry with Krislin. Heal with Krislin.

Her mother always told her, “You have diabetes. Diabetes doesn’t have you.” And today, that truth has never been more real, because diabetes no longer has her.

In 5th grade, Krislin’s diagnosis took a heavy toll on her young body. The innocent question, “Why me?” evolved into painful self-blame. “What did I do to deserve this? What did I do that was bad?” Even at 9, classmates asked cruel questions like, “When are you gonna die?”—questions that haunted her for years and silenced her voice about her condition.

She carried guilt. She felt alone. Her childhood was marked by hospital stays and isolation. For years, she didn’t speak about her diabetes, not out of denial, but out of pain.

But three months ago, Krislin woke up freer than she had ever felt. And today, her heart is with the community she leaves behind—the warriors who continue the fight against diabetes every single day.

You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. I know I did. Because this isn’t just Krislin’s story. It's a love letter to every person living with diabetes. To every parent, every friend, every fighter. This is for you.

Follow Krislin's Journey on Instagram ⁠@krislinwins⁠

Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, Krislin’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis, something extraordinary happened. By age 29, Krislin was gifted the chance at a new life.

Her story is one of resilience, heartbreak, and hope. So, grab your tissues and walk with Krislin. Love with Krislin. Live with Krislin. Cry with Krislin. Heal with Krislin.

Her mother always told her, “You have diabetes. Diabetes doesn’t have you.” And today, that truth has never been more real, because diabetes no longer has her.

In 5th grade, Krislin’s diagnosis took a heavy toll on her young body. The innocent question, “Why me?” evolved into painful self-blame. “What did I do to deserve this? What did I do that was bad?” Even at 9, classmates asked cruel questions like, “When are you gonna die?”—questions that haunted her for years and silenced her voice about her condition.

She carried guilt. She felt alone. Her childhood was marked by hospital stays and isolation. For years, she didn’t speak about her diabetes, not out of denial, but out of pain.

But three months ago, Krislin woke up freer than she had ever felt. And today, her heart is with the community she leaves behind—the warriors who continue the fight against diabetes every single day.

You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. I know I did. Because this isn’t just Krislin’s story. It’s a love letter to every person living with diabetes. To every parent, every friend, every fighter. This is for you.

On this episode, we travel to Aruba to meet with Nurianne. Nurianne was diagnosed with T1D at 19. She is a graduate of the University of Aruba. Nuri worked as a full-time lecturer at the University of Aruba and was a researcher for the local Foundation of diabetes in Aruba concerning diabetes management on the island. Nurianne is passionate about helping others, as she started volunteering at the age of 12 and has been active in many social projects and programs since then. Nurianne has a special interest in children and their development.

Since her diabetes diagnosis, she has dedicated herself to researching diabetes and health conditions. Nurianne aims at motivating and coaching people living with diabetes.

In 2018 Nurianne participated as the representative of Aruba in the Miss World pageant and her advocacy focused on health for children and youngsters. In 2019 Nurianne joined the YLD program by the International Diabetes Federation to gain more knowledge in the field of diabetes so she can develop the appropriate skills to support others and do research.

Nurianne has been a Ph.D. student in the field of Public Administration since September 2023. Her Ph.D. research is an extension of her passion for advocating for health and specifically invisible disabilities. Nurianne plans on conducting research on how communities of experience (support systems) can enhance health outcomes of people with hidden disabilities such as diabetes, ADHD, and endometriosis in Aruba.

On this episode we get to hear from Anchal . Anchal visits the Podcast from India. Anchal is 16 years young and was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes 7 years ago at the age of 9. Anchal, in most ways, is your typical teenager. She enjoys dancing, doing her makeup, and dressing up. These things are what bring her peace of mind when everything gets too much.

Anchal aspires to be someone who can encourage and motivate more people like her. She wants to make life a little easier for them in any way possible. Anchal also hopes to become a clinical psychologist! She remembers how traumatic her diagnosis was and continues to be for her and her family, specifically her parents, who are also her superheroes, and how much therapy can help newly diagnosed families.

During this conversation Anchal opens up about being a teen and how misinformed others are about her living with diabetes and how it does anger her at times.

Anchal is someone we should all get to know because she will take on and over the world!!

Sarah was diagnosed with type 1 at the age of 7, 17 years ago, and also lives with multi drug-resistant epilepsy. She was diagnosed during a visit to the pediatrician.

After diagnosis, Sarah spent her summers at camp Nejeda, later becoming a counselor, which helped foster a good relationship with my diabetes as well as instill confidence. While in college, pursuing her BS in nursing, she began modeling and wanted her diabetes to be a focal point. This is when she started advocating more for type 1. Eventually, Sarah got to take part in amazing opportunities, such as opening the NASDAQ on World Diabetes Day as part of a Dexcom campaign.

Currently, Sarah is a nurse on a neuro/stroke step-down unit and loves the conversations that her diabetes tech starts.

This year, Sarah will be working towards becoming a certified diabetes care and education specialist.Sarah shares how it's essential for young people to see someone openly share the good, the bad, and the ugly of diabetes.

Sarah knows that she would be nowhere if not gifted her amazing family. Her parents came together with their strengths to keep little Sarah well. Sarah celebrates that she's able to wake up daily and do the things she does.

The Diabetes community means a great deal to Sarah. The comfort others have with reaching out and sharing with her is amazing. The DOC has been there for her through the ups, downs, and through grief.

During this recording, flowers are gifted to the Guarino family for their forever support during her diagnosis and continuing. Sarah's mother recently transitioned. She was and continues to be the answer to all of Sarah's "Whys."

Get to know Sara @runawaywithsara

On this episode, we get to smile with Arianna @ariannaiannaira

Arianna was diagnosed with T1D at age 11, more than 15 years ago. She also lives with PCOS. Ari is mother to the amazingly amazing Finn, who is two years old now.

During our conversation, Ari shares her gifts of life. This includes her sharing her new level of acceptance with newly diagnosed people by finding the diabetic online community. We also converse about grieving the life before, not only this diagnosis, but also of other obstacles we have endured.

Ari is a published research scientist in cancer research and a biologist with her BS from Lehigh University. She is also a creative who loves to sew and act. As she says, she is a Jack of All Trades, not a perfectionist. In school, she also minored in theatre and apparel design.

Recently, she enrolled in @Bluecirclehealth ,and this has helped her find the support team she needs.

My friend Arianna is someone we should all get to know.

Follow Ari on Instagram @ariannaiannaira⁠

On this episode we get to hear from Mary @t1dartistry

Mary is an ambassador for Eversense CGM and has been for 5 years! Mary was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 18, during her freshmen year of college.

On this episode Mary invites us into her world and her truths. This includes discussions regarding the birth of her son. Although, her the duration of her pregnancy was pretty smooth and she had the best glucose results, during the last few weeks things changed drastically.

Mary was given predisone at 37 weeks, which shot her blood sugar up! In turn, during her next stress test, she was told that her baby wasn't moving. Mary asked them to deliver her baby. She was denied, even though he weighed over 10lbs.

The next day, she went back and they delivered her baby, and his heart rate was only 25 bpm. He had meconium aspiration, which hardened his lungs and heart, and led to him not being able to breathe. Mary also had fibroids. She lost 2 liters of blood and ended up with Sheehan syndrome (when you lose your blood and pituitary strengths) and needed transfusions. Now, all of her hormones are injured forever because of that.

Throughout this conversation, Mary speaks to us! Everyone in the community needs to listen to the strength of this Queen!

On this episode, we head to the Midwest and visit Marcus in Cincinnati. Marcus was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 15. This year marks Marcus' 25th year with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

His diagnosis was a true traumatic experience for a young, fit athlete, and for the first few days after diagnosis, he did fall into a state of slumber depression. This was until his dad tapped him on his shoulder and said, "Just listen."

25 years ago, Marcus' diagnosis was not what we see and know it to be today. He started with NPH and Regular insulin. There was no wiggle room back then. His parents were his greatest advocates during those early years.

He remembers making sure every time he went out of the house to go through his checklist of everything needed. Marcus owned his diabetes from day 1. A lot of this is because of his anger with this diagnosis.

25 years ago his mom was his CGM. She made sure that she understood what it looked like when his blood sugar would fluctuate.

Marcus and his wife were on the Netflix series "I Do," which aired in 2020, where he and his wife were given a second chance at their dream wedding.

Follow Marcus along his journey @marcouslacour