Diabetes Educator Mel

31/03/2026

If I wasn’t a Nurse 👩🏻‍⚕️ I’d be a teacher 👩🏻‍🏫 But as a diabetes educator, I am so happy that I can do do both ! Teach about health ❤️‍🩹 I truly feel privileged to educate my clients and to share my knowledge with those starting out in their educator careers

06/03/2026

I took the leap 😊

Change is good 💪🏻 And so it the same timezone 😉

This week I joined Queensland Health after 8 years with NSW Health 🏥

A new chapter, new team, and lots to look forward to 💟 🗣️ Im still continuing my private practice 👩🏻‍⚕️ and medical trauma play therapy ❤️‍🩹

15/02/2026

Busting some myths and lots of interpretive dance movements during my (explanations 😜) chat with Celia at Gestie 💚💚 I love what you’re creating Celia 💚💚

15/02/2026

Hello colleagues and friends

Please share 🙏

An opportunity to have a voice alongside the National Diabetes Services Scheme NDSS

Your insights matter. We are inviting health professionals to take part in an important evaluation of the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS).

Help us strengthen the NDSS and improve diabetes care across Australia.

🔹Online interviews
🔹1-hour commitment
🔹Independent and confidential

Learn more: https://ow.ly/gRwa50Ybgg5

02/12/2025

I am nervous but excited to share what I do in the medical trauma and Sandtray space with the Team 💛🧠 ❤️‍🩹

27/10/2025

A little reminder that I am a Certified Trainer for the Omnipod 5 Patch Insulin Pump — a tubeless, automated insulin delivery (AID) system compatible with Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7, and Libre 2 cgm sensors.

Whether you’re just starting on a pump or transitioning from another system, I offer individualised education and titration support for both paediatrics and adults.

📍 Based on the Gold Coast – available face-to-face or virtually - Australia-wide 🇦🇺

💙 Reach out about the Insulin Pump Support Packages available

✨ Take the next step in your T1D journey with confidence and support with me on your team.

📩 Send a message today to learn more or to book your initial session - reach out via

26/09/2025

✨ Managing a chronic condition starts with the right support and team. A Chronic Disease Health Care Plan 🗺️ can connect you to the health professionals who’ll walk the journey with you.

👩‍⚕️ Your GP and practice nurse are key in getting this process started. Together, you’ll build a pathway of evidence-based care—designed with you, for you 💪🏻

17/09/2025

And that’s a wrap for AFL this year 😢 Our presso done ! And I came away with a 🏆 🫣 Every game was a team effort 💪🏻 I never knew I needed this team in my world and now I can’t imagine them not in it - What a crew to keep me going and support me and I have again enjoyed showing my little kiddos that you can do anything 💪🏻 💙❤️

10/09/2025

National Diabetes Services Scheme NDSS
A great post! Insulin is not a punishment in T2D

Worried about starting insulin? You’re not alone. Many people with type 2 diabetes have concerns but it can play an important role in keeping you healthy.

Here are 5 reasons why taking insulin could benefit you:
1️⃣ Lowers blood glucose levels
2️⃣ Helps prevent long-term complications
3️⃣ Replaces the insulin your body no longer makes
4️⃣ Improves energy and wellbeing
5️⃣ It’s not a failure—it’s an effective treatment

🔗Learn more here: https://ow.ly/RAHq50WUiIC

08/09/2025

I love a chat 😜 Tonight it was with the Post Grad Diabetes Education students 🔵🟡 I’m very excited to see what they get up to on their placements and what they set out to achieve in their careers as CDEs 🟡🔵

20/07/2025

My Team 🫶🏻 Fun, strong, supportive and I could not be prouder of all our efforts ! 💙❤️ A ripper battle last night at Broady 💪🏻 Even when we loose I feel like we win 💙❤️