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  1. MeganTetley

    New omnipod

    hi! I’ve recently started on the omnipod and as much as I love it I’ve been finding I’m not feeling myself dropping low very often If I do drop I either don’t feel it or I don’t feel it until I’m incredibly low Did anyone else feel this when they changed pumps? Any tips? Thanks!
  2. MeganTetley

    Omnipod help!

    Hi, I'm considering moving from the Accu check combo to the pods, and I'm after some answers! 1. What is the insertion process like? Does the needle remain in you for the whole three days? Or is it a plastic tube under your skin? 2. How painful do you find the insertion? 3. How comfortable...
  3. MeganTetley

    Medtronic versus Omnipod

    Hi guys, I am in the process of upgrading my insulin pump on the NHS and of the list of pump potions I have narrowed my choices between the omnipod and the Medtronic 640G. I wondered if anyone had been on either of these and had some reviews for me, I am unsure which would be better. Also...
  4. MeganTetley

    Freestyle Libre trial

    Been offered a trial of the freestyle libre from the hospital yesterday, just curious if anyone had tried it? My hba1c is too high and was wondering if anyone had found if it helped with sugar control? Thanks
  5. MeganTetley

    'False lows'?

    So recently, I have been having spells where I feel exactly as I do in a hypo...to the point even other people are noticing how it changes me. However, when I go to test, my bloods are completely in range. I was wondering if anyone else had this or had any suggestions as to why it's happening...
  6. MeganTetley

    Burnout

    Hello lovlies, So recently I've found I've been going through what I imagine to be 'burnout' and I can feel myself slipping into being lazy and just not looking after myself as I used to - no matter how much I want to be on top of my bloods I just can't. I was wondering if anyone had any tips...
  7. MeganTetley

    Burnout?

    I've been struggling recently with blood sugar control and feeling at a loose end, having anxiety and general mental health issues mixed with feeling like I'm the worst diabetic ever results in some pretty terrible feelings. I was wondering if anyone had any tips or things they found helpful...