the #LiveBeyond Campaign
With the #LiveBeyond campaign, we feature the face + story of a community member living with type 1 diabetes on our Instagram.
Guidelines & Requirements
While we cannot feature everyone who submits, so give us your best effort and your authentic voice to improve your odds! Expect at least four to eight weeks before your Instagram goes live. By submitting, you become an official ambassador, agree to share your post on your social media platforms and encourage others to join our efforts.
QUESTIONS? SEND US AN EMAIL.
Guidelines for submitting
- You must have type 1 diabetes.
- Check out the samples above. One person per photo please, we want the focus to be on you! If you have a special situation-please submit and we will review.
- Send a plain image, no need to photoshop or apply filters.
- The image must be in focus + at least 800 pixels tall by 800 pixels wide. A good cell phone photo works.
- Smile + show us your personality—we can’t wait to see what you share!
Requirements to be considered
- Include all information requested.
- For location, please send city, state and country.
For your statement, tell us how you live beyond your diagnosis, aim for 4-5 sentences and we will trim if necessary. - If you are submitting for a child, have them tell their story in their own words even if that is stream of consciousness or other simple form.
- Did we mention the photo should be in focus? Why not try for good lighting—always face the light source—and keep logos to a minimum.
- Follow us on at least one platform: @beyondtype1 on Instagram + X and Beyond Type 1 on Facebook.
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The Olympic sport of convincing our loved ones to take care of themselves 🏅😂 mamaafrica_jess is out here doing the LORD’S WORK having the convo we all avoid.
Does this remind you of your loved ones? Tell us in the comments!

The Olympic sport of convincing our loved ones to take care of themselves 🏅😂 mamaafrica_jess is out here doing the LORD’S WORK having the convo we all avoid.
Does this remind you of your loved ones? Tell us in the comments!
We’re not saying we’re lifesavers, but we did the math so you don’t have to. 🏈 Swipe to get Super Bowl-ready!

We’re not saying we’re lifesavers, but we did the math so you don’t have to. 🏈 Swipe to get Super Bowl-ready!
Call me when you have diabetes—then we can talk about whether it’s a big deal or not. 🙄
📷: diabadass_nina

Call me when you have diabetes—then we can talk about whether it’s a big deal or not. 🙄
📷: diabadass_nina
For everyone who`s ever felt the need to hide their diabetes tech—this moment is for YOU. We see you richieshazam 😏
📹 (TikTok): jfuentes.g

For everyone who`s ever felt the need to hide their diabetes tech—this moment is for YOU. We see you richieshazam 😏
📹 (TikTok): jfuentes.g
"This tattoo has been on my mind ever since the first time he asked me “why am i the only one that has to wear a dexcom and a pump?” and what better tattoo to get than one of the medical devices that literally helped keep your child alive for 2.5 years after their T1D diagnosis? You’re never alone bubba, I’m always gonna be your biggest cheerleader. 💙"
📸: thatt1dmom

"This tattoo has been on my mind ever since the first time he asked me “why am i the only one that has to wear a dexcom and a pump?” and what better tattoo to get than one of the medical devices that literally helped keep your child alive for 2.5 years after their T1D diagnosis? You’re never alone bubba, I’m always gonna be your biggest cheerleader. 💙"
📸: thatt1dmom
Learning what works for you and realizing you can be your own best advocate is such an empowering journey. 💪✨ Grateful for the chance to share my story. What’s your experience with weight stigma? Let’s start a conversation in the comments. #LetsTalkWeight

Learning what works for you and realizing you can be your own best advocate is such an empowering journey. 💪✨ Grateful for the chance to share my story. What’s your experience with weight stigma? Let’s start a conversation in the comments. #LetsTalkWeight
Health is all-encompassing and requires not only physical wellness but mental too. Cut yourself some slack, friend!
#LetsTalkWeight

Health is all-encompassing and requires not only physical wellness but mental too. Cut yourself some slack, friend!
#LetsTalkWeight
Trying to drop pounds with diabetes? Add these three daily habits consistently and watch the pounds drop. These recommendations work great for most, but aren`t right for all. Especially if you live with other health conditions, check in with your doctor before making any major diet or exercise changes. What habit are you adding first? Let’s start a conversation in the comments. #LetsTalkWeight

Trying to drop pounds with diabetes? Add these three daily habits consistently and watch the pounds drop. These recommendations work great for most, but aren`t right for all. Especially if you live with other health conditions, check in with your doctor before making any major diet or exercise changes. What habit are you adding first? Let’s start a conversation in the comments. #LetsTalkWeight
You know what they say about assumptions…
You may think you know someone’s story, but assumptions are harmful, and many people with diabetes have to deal with them all. the. time. #LetsTalkWeight

You know what they say about assumptions…
You may think you know someone’s story, but assumptions are harmful, and many people with diabetes have to deal with them all. the. time. #LetsTalkWeight
Doctor`s appointments can be stress-inducing already! If you’re someone who would rather avoid a conversation around weight with your healthcare provider, you are allowed to ask for that! If you want more support with weight management, you are allowed to ask for that too!
For the many ways the topic of weight might come up in an appointment, we’ve outlined some responses you can use to let your healthcare provider know what you need. #LetsTalkWeight

Doctor`s appointments can be stress-inducing already! If you’re someone who would rather avoid a conversation around weight with your healthcare provider, you are allowed to ask for that! If you want more support with weight management, you are allowed to ask for that too!
For the many ways the topic of weight might come up in an appointment, we’ve outlined some responses you can use to let your healthcare provider know what you need. #LetsTalkWeight
Parking your car farther away from the grocery store, drinking a glass of water when you wake up, and having a 30-second dance sesh are all small healthy habits that can make a huge difference in your diabetes management. Which will you try?
#LetsTalkWeight

Parking your car farther away from the grocery store, drinking a glass of water when you wake up, and having a 30-second dance sesh are all small healthy habits that can make a huge difference in your diabetes management. Which will you try?
#LetsTalkWeight
Say it with me: diabetes is not our fault! Too many stigmas and stereotypes make it so everyone with diabetes, type 1 or type 2, don’t get the care and support that are actually proven to be helpful.
Here’s the truth: type 1 diabetes is autoimmune and cannot be prevented. Type 2 diabetes is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors; while lifestyle factors can play a part in some cases, they don’t play a part in all. Whether others understand that is their problem, not yours. #LetsTalkWeight

Say it with me: diabetes is not our fault! Too many stigmas and stereotypes make it so everyone with diabetes, type 1 or type 2, don’t get the care and support that are actually proven to be helpful.
Here’s the truth: type 1 diabetes is autoimmune and cannot be prevented. Type 2 diabetes is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors; while lifestyle factors can play a part in some cases, they don’t play a part in all. Whether others understand that is their problem, not yours. #LetsTalkWeight
Let’s set the record straight: diabetes ≠ fat and fat ≠ diabetes. Stereotypes and stigmas lead people to create a story in their heads than ask questions, which can lead to frustrating situations.
#LetsTalkWeight

Let’s set the record straight: diabetes ≠ fat and fat ≠ diabetes. Stereotypes and stigmas lead people to create a story in their heads than ask questions, which can lead to frustrating situations.
#LetsTalkWeight
There is a lot of bull**** out there about weight and diabetes. Here’s the truth. #LetsTalkWeight
(Sources: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; The Look AHEAD Research Group; American Diabetes Association)

There is a lot of bull**** out there about weight and diabetes. Here’s the truth. #LetsTalkWeight
(Sources: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; The Look AHEAD Research Group; American Diabetes Association)
When you live with diabetes, conversations about weight come up *all the time.* Whether you get told to “just lose weight” or that you “don’t look like you have diabetes,” the language around weight can be harmful, dismissive, and can cause many to feel shame.
It’s time to reframe the conversation. #LetsTalkWeight
If you’ve ever discussed weight with friends, family, or at the doctor’s office, what do you wish people said to you instead? Leave us a comment!

When you live with diabetes, conversations about weight come up *all the time.* Whether you get told to “just lose weight” or that you “don’t look like you have diabetes,” the language around weight can be harmful, dismissive, and can cause many to feel shame.
It’s time to reframe the conversation. #LetsTalkWeight
If you’ve ever discussed weight with friends, family, or at the doctor’s office, what do you wish people said to you instead? Leave us a comment!
"First time with an arm pump site! A few nerves were involved but I am so proud of her for being the little brave girl she always is! It was a bit of an easier bribe since we found an Etsy shop that makes cute sleeves for her pump!
Upon diagnosis an arm site wasn’t super realistic as she doesn’t have a ton of real estate to work with but she’s put on some weight these past few weeks and we are giving this spot a shot! It’s important for her to try new spots other than her tummy since the pump site is changed every three days and scar tissue will eventually develop. 💙"
📸: edenedwards__
Go Eloise! Cheers to trying new pump site spots!

"First time with an arm pump site! A few nerves were involved but I am so proud of her for being the little brave girl she always is! It was a bit of an easier bribe since we found an Etsy shop that makes cute sleeves for her pump!
Upon diagnosis an arm site wasn’t super realistic as she doesn’t have a ton of real estate to work with but she’s put on some weight these past few weeks and we are giving this spot a shot! It’s important for her to try new spots other than her tummy since the pump site is changed every three days and scar tissue will eventually develop. 💙"
📸: edenedwards__
Go Eloise! Cheers to trying new pump site spots!
Have you ever wished that there was a kids book just for you or your child with diabetes? Amy did too, and that’s how Steven the Insulin Pump was born! 📚
Steven is a quirky insulin pump that has dedicated his life to little T1D Natalie and her health. 🩸 He’s there with her every step of the way so she’s never managing her diabetes alone.
‼️We are giving away TWO copies of Steven the Insulin Pump to 2 lucky winners.‼️
Here’s how to enter:
👉 Like this post!
👉 Follow beyondtype 1 & steventheinsulinpump
👉 Comment your favorite book you read as a kid! 📚
psst! You can find it on Amazon too 🤗

Have you ever wished that there was a kids book just for you or your child with diabetes? Amy did too, and that’s how Steven the Insulin Pump was born! 📚
Steven is a quirky insulin pump that has dedicated his life to little T1D Natalie and her health. 🩸 He’s there with her every step of the way so she’s never managing her diabetes alone.
‼️We are giving away TWO copies of Steven the Insulin Pump to 2 lucky winners.‼️
Here’s how to enter:
👉 Like this post!
👉 Follow beyondtype 1 & steventheinsulinpump
👉 Comment your favorite book you read as a kid! 📚
psst! You can find it on Amazon too 🤗
COOL DIABETES DATE! 📅
On this day in 1922, the first-ever insulin injection was given to a human patient. 💉
In January 1922, a young Canadian patient named Leonard Thompson was 14-years-old, 65 pounds, and dying when he received the first famous doses. Despite having an allergic reaction to the dog-insulin, he regained his strength quickly.
Yay science!

COOL DIABETES DATE! 📅
On this day in 1922, the first-ever insulin injection was given to a human patient. 💉
In January 1922, a young Canadian patient named Leonard Thompson was 14-years-old, 65 pounds, and dying when he received the first famous doses. Despite having an allergic reaction to the dog-insulin, he regained his strength quickly.
Yay science!