It's October and you know what that means--- November (National Diabetes Awareness Month!) is right around the corner! Before we get ahead of ourselves, don't miss out on all of the great things we have going on at DiabetesSisters this month-- including the recent press in Diabetes Forecast magazine and the upcoming Conference in Los Angeles, CA! Since many of you have asked about the release of my upcoming book, we've included updated information about it below. I hope October is a great month for you!
In Sisterhood,
Founder & CEO
24+ Triumphant (NOT Perfect!) Years with Diabetes
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WEEKEND FOR WOMEN CONFERENCE: MEET US IN LOS ANGELES ON OCTOBER 24TH!
9801 Airport Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004
October 24-25, 2014, will be a weekend to remember: filled with group activities, dynamic speakers, and chances to meet, connect, and support other women living with diabetes from around the country!
Beginning in 2010, this conference has becom e the premier forum for women living with diabetes, and many have come away from the weekend inspired by tips for travel, pregnancy, and exciting new technologies in the field. This year's conference theme, Stepping Stones, highlights the idea that it is the small steps that we take each and every day that allow us to live healthy, productive, and centered lives-- and it's those small steps that are the most important to building a path to success! By being involved in our supportive group of renowned speakers and our network of positive women, we can help you take the first step toward your goal! 
All women with diabetes (pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, LADA, gestational) are invited to attend AND
bring their loved ones too!
Please Note: Registration is the same price for ALL attendees and covers all educational sessions, 1 Conference tote bag, 1 commemorative t-shirt, light appetizers on Friday night, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday.
We are grateful for the support of our
Weekend for Women Conference Los Angeles sponsors
  
  
 
 
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SISTER SPOTLIGHT:
MEET SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE SISTERS IN LOS ANGELES
Kerri Sparling
Beloved blogger and diabetes advocate, Kerri Sparling* will be delivering this year's keynote address "Laughter is the Best 'Diabetes' Medicine". Founder of well-known blog, SixUntilMe.com, Kerri has received many accolades for her riveting, motivating speeches and her "tell it how it is" style blog. Her first book, Balancing Diabetes, is available on Amazon.com. Please join Kerri in Los Angeles, where she will also lead sessions on Connecting with the Diabetes Online Community and Technology.
*Kerri's attendance is fully sponsored by Animas.
Mother Love
After being honored with the DiabetesSisters Inspiration Award in 2013, Mother Love joins us once again in Los Angeles. Author, actress and radio host on LATalkRadio.com, she brings encouragement to women, guiding them to make their best personal health decisions. Joinher session "8 Tips to Beat Down Depression", where she will explore mental health and diabetes from a fresh perspective.
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LEARN ABOUT A NEW INSULIN PUMP: HELP DIABETESSISTERS AT THE SAME TIME!
 DiabetesSisters is excited to announce a new partnership with Asante, makers of the new Snap Pump! This partnership allows Asante to get the word out about their new pump among those who are living with diabetes and allows DiabetesSisters to earn critical funds for the organization's operations.
For the month of October, Asante will make a financial donation (of $25) to DiabetesSisters for every online form that is completed using the link below to request more information! This is a great opportunity for you to learn about new technology and benefit DiabetesSisters while doing so.(Please note: the form must be completed and submitted using the link below for DiabetesSisters to receive the donation from Asante.)
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TIPS FOR MAKING DIABETES EASIER
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or just burnt out? Check out these tips for making life with diabetes a little bit easier.
Stop the 4 pm munchies: to avoid mindlessly snacking in the kitchen (or elsewhere), separate portions of food into small ziplock bags. You'll know how much you're eating and have access to a healthy snack on the go.
Count it: many people tend to overestimate the amount of activity they've gotten, so why guess? Use a pedometer to help you count your steps and stick to your targets.
Trouble remembering medication? Digital pillboxes can help. The MedFolio Electronic Pillbox will alert you visually, or through e-mail and text reminders that you are due for your medicine. No more worrying!
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Every day, DiabetesSisters is here for YOU
and more than 10,000 women with diabetes. Our programs connect them through peer support, education and advocacy that improves their health and quality of life. We invite you to be part of expanding that network of sisterhood and strength by joining our new Sister Strength Monthly Giving program.
Set up your monthly gift today: Together we will build a stronger future for women with diabetes!
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DIABETESSISTERS FEATURED IN DAIBETES FORECAST MAGAZINE!
DiabetesSisters is honored to be in the October issue of Diabetes Forecast. Published b the American Diabetes Association, this month's issue featured
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sisterTALK Blogs
Explore tips from our experts and stories from women like you who live with diabetes. Get connected, then join the discussion.
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nutrition
type 1
type 2
pregnancy/motherhood
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Buffalo, NY - Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m.
Chattanooga, TN - Oct. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Durham, NC - Oct. 6, 7 p.m.
Richmond, VA - Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Princeton, NJ - Oct. 8, 7 p.m.
Ashland, MA - Oct. 9, 6 p.m.
Philadelphia, PA - Oct. 9, 7 p.m.
Rochester, NY - Oct. 9, 7 p.m.
Schenectady, NY - Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Oradell, NJ - Oct. 14, 7 p.m.
Raleigh, NC - Oct. 16, 7 p.m.
Virtual PODS - Oct. 16, 8 p.m.
Jacksonville, FL - Oct. 20, 7 p.m.
Keysville, GA - Oct. 20, 7 p.m.
Greensboro, NC - Oct. 21, 6 p.m.
Lafayette, IN - Oct. 21, 6 p.m.
Reno, NV - Oct. 21, 7 p.m.
Woodbridge, NJ - Oct. 22, 7 p.m.
Newport News, VA - Oct. 28, 6 p.m.
Can't join us in person? Join our "Virtual PODS Meetup"!
THANK YOU TO OUR 2014 PODS MEETUP SPONSORS
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Missed our recent webinar on Diabetes and Menopause? Would you like to re-listen to these informative sessions?
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DiabetesSisters' Founder, Brandy Barnes, MSW. and 2010 winner of CBS' The Amazing Race, Natalie Strand, MD, have joined forces to co-author a book written specifically for you-- women with diabetes! Purchase your copy in November at the ADA online Bookstore or on December 9th in bookstores nationwide/Amazon.com. |
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Do you love to cook? Do you have great recipes to share? We are looking for your favorite diabetes-friendly recipes! Barbara Metcalf, Sanford, FL PODS Leader is compiling favorite recipes and DiabetesSisters will share them in our January 2015 e-newsletter.
Please send your favorite recipe(s), along with nutritional values to Barbara at
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