Hashimoto's and Type 1 Diabetes with Michelle Spring
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In this episode of the Joyful Mom Podcast, Megan sits down with health coach Michelle Spring to discuss her personal journey with Hashimoto's disease, celiac disease, and the life-changing discoveries that helped her reclaim her health. Michelle shares how years of exhaustion, brain fog, and frustrating doctor visits eventually led her to uncover the root cause of her symptoms. Together, Megan and Michelle break down the differences between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, explain why so many women go undiagnosed, and discuss practical first steps for anyone wondering if their symptoms deserve a closer look.
The conversation goes beyond physical health as they explore the powerful connection between chronic stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing, trauma, and autoimmune disease. Michelle explains why nervous system regulation, managing stress, and making sustainable lifestyle changes can play such an important role in supporting overall health. They also dive into food sensitivities, celiac disease, elimination diets, emotional eating, and how awareness—not perfection—is often the first step toward lasting change.
Michelle also opens up about her family's experience after her son was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes during the pandemic. She shares the warning signs they almost missed, what happened during his diagnosis, and what daily life looks like managing the condition today. This encouraging conversation is filled with practical insights and hope for anyone navigating chronic illness, supporting a loved one through a diagnosis, or looking for ways to better care for both their body and mind.
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