Sometimes you just have to take a risk. And that means today, I’m super excited to announce my Type One Living Shop.

For the past year, I’ve been working behind the scenes on trademarks, designs, product testing…and more product testing, photo shoots, and website building. I’ve learned a ton, and I’m proud to show you where I landed.

I’m at a point in my journey where I can proudly rock my diabetes status…and I want to empower others to do the same. The inspiration came from all of the seriously amazing T1Ds that I’ve met through JDRF and Instagram who’ve taught me two things:

1. I am a Diabadass – A diabetic who’s not afraid of a bum pancreas. Strong-willed and persistently fighting the finger pricks and blood sugars–and all the numbers that come with it. Overcoming the stereotypes to show others what’s possible as a diabetic: anything we put our minds to. It’s the ultimate combination of a diabetic and a badass = diabadass.
2. I Greater Than My Highs and Lows – A Diabadass knows that she is greater than her high and low blood sugars. While we manage through the shaky lows and the “man, I am suddenly the most cranky person on Earth” highs, we don’t let our blood sugar numbers define us. We fight through them.

And so, that’s why I worked with a super talented designer to create diabetes workout gear and bracelets. Not only for you to rock your diabetes status, but also to create awareness, conquer the stigma, and help raise money to fund Type 1 Diabetes advocacy and research. 5% of every purchase is donated to JDRF. (We’re going to find that cure!)

Go to my Type One Living Shop

First in the lineup: Four tank tops to help you rock your highs and lows at the gym, running errands around town, or let’s be real…while binge watching your favorite TV series. The fabric is pre-washed and a high-quality blend of cotton and spandex, so it fits in all the right places.

Next: Super proud to show off these diabadass yoga pants. They keep it all sucked in while showing off those calves through flexible mesh detail. I studied all my favorite yoga pants to find the perfect blend of nylon and spandex. The fabric is stretchy and sturdy…and definitely not see-through like some of the more popular brands on the market.

And they’re super practical with a zip-up pocket for your insulin pump, gym key, or even your phone. These diabadass yoga pants also have a small key pocket in the waist band.

And finally, two stainless steel cuff bracelets in rose gold and black. They’re sleek, stylish, and a rebellious way to wear a half cuss-word on your wrist.

Are you a diabadass? Treat yourself! Know a diabadass? Christmas is right around the corner…so consider buying them something nice.

And please, tell others! I appreciate you passing along to any of your diabadass friends and family.

BIG THANKS to my own family and friends. I could not have made it this far without you guys. My husband for putting up with my crazy ideas and letting me take a risk. Steven for his beautiful design work. My cousins Hannah and Mackenzie for trying on samples for fit…while I’ve been rocking a baby bump. My model McKenzie for rocking the photo shoot. My father-in-law David for being an awesome photographer. You guys are my heroes.