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Morning all, I haven’t posted for a while but I’ve recently found out that the daughter of an old friend of mine has been diagnosed with type 1 [emoji22] - and that reminded me of this forum and how helpful it can be for old and new serving T1D’s alike! I have recommended you all as being...

So I know you all know this but I a living proof that a stressful situation can cause a significant drop in BG! I was in a meeting today which I had anticipated would be a stressful one so I had checked directly before and was 8.2 with a steady arrow (CGM) so I ate 4 jelly babies and headed in...

Hi, does anyone know of a 15g quick acting hypo treatment option which is 'clean' ie: no gluten, wheat, dairy etc? I'm struggling to think outside the x3 jelly baby box!

Got my freestyle libre! So far - loving it. Who else has one? Any tips / pitfalls to look out for? I haven't seen an auto refill option on their website so will have to remember each month - first batch took approx 1 week to arrive, is that usual? Thanks in advance [emoji41]

Has anyone noticed a difference to the Omnipod batches of late? They have different syringes and the tape is causing a reaction with my skin I haven't had before - I didn't receive notification from Omnipod about any changes? Did anyone else?

Where is the worst place you have had a hypo? I'm cringing like mad as just had a low whilst visiting my new boss at a job I haven't even started yet!!! Was planning on telling him in my 'official' first day as rightly or wrongly, people do judge!! But now, he probably thinks I was either drunk...

Hi, can anyone offer advice on travelling with an omnipod? First time through airport security with one for me and I can't detach it like my old Accu-Chek! Thanks :-) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Do any fellow pump users have issues with using arms or lower back as an infusion set site? I seem to struggle with insulin absorption unless I use my tummy - any suggestions please? Thanks :-) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Hi all, apologies if this has already been covered 100 times but I am currently wearing a test Omnipod as I am due an upgrade in January. I've had the Accu chek combo for 4 years and have loved it but the Omnipod does seem very handy (although I keep panicking about knocking it off as I am...

Hi fellow pumpers, I have a question. Do any if you insert your infusion set into the back of your arm? I can see from the wonderful World Wide Web that the back of the arm is a 'valid' location to wear an infusion set but as it is the least 'productive' area for insulin absorption I was...

Hi all, I'm currently fitted with a CGM and I love it! I know some people on this forum have them full time and they are self funded. My simple question is this: is the cost worth it? My initial investigations are pricing it at approx £1000 for the unit itself plus £160 per month for sensors. At...

Hi all, looking for some advice please. I've had a horrible sinus infection for the last week and I've had some horrible highs BG's to go with it. Has anyone else had problems with infections causing highs? Particularly overnight? I have checked and changed pump sets twice so I am confident it's...

Having type 1 diabetes is a bit like having a full time job. Which would be fine (in relative terms!) if I didn’t already have a full time job,. You know, they kind you do most week days which helps pay the bills/keep a roof over your head, etc. So, effectively, I have 2 full time jobs. And to...

Morning fellow pumpers, i'm sure this topic has been covered before, but I am interested in conducting a small survery about where people wear their pump! For the last 3 years I have worn mine tucked into my bra. I have tried some little pouches which I bought online from a US company but I...

What a glorious day! 20 degrees and sunny (where I am in the SE!) just been for a lunchtime walk and all is good :D what's the weather like where you are?

did anyone see the episode of Supernanny USA with the child with Type 1?! as far as TV shows go, I was quite impressed about the way they handled it. The usual dramatic music and voice overs about life threatening condition, etc, etc but Supernanny herself took the time to understand what the...

Has anyone tried 'Rude Health' food products?! They do a range of sugar/salt/gluten free cereals and snacks like honey puffed oats and rice snacks etc, they look nice and the ingredients are pretty 'pure' and free from additives - but do they taste like cardboard?! Obviously they have carbs so...

I've just had to change the battery in my pump. Just occured to me, it's the first time I've had to do it and the pump has been running for almost exactly 1 year! Amazing.

yum, nothing like porridge with fresh strawberries and blueberries on a morning like this, -3 outside but I'm glowing like the Ready Brek kid :lol: What do you all like to have for breakfast to stay warm on days like this?

Hello type 2 friends, I have a question from my type 2 father in law. Is novorapid an option for those with type 2? I have always thought it was a type 1 'option' but now I'm not sure! Is anyone using Novorapid to control their type 2 diabetes? Thanks :D