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Ok now I'm embarrassed. I did actually send the email, the hospital just forgot to reply. So I received my supplies within a couple of days. I have definitely learnt my lesson though, next time I'll be ordering before I start the last box. Thanks for all your advice and kind replies though. I...

Hi everyone I have been really stupid. I usually order my cannulas through my hospital via email. I thought I had done this last week, and have just checked back as I haven't had a reply-I didn't send it. I now only have one set left, which needs to be used tomorrow morning. Panicking, as it...

Hi I have set 3 different basal rates on my pump as I am drastically affected by hormones. I have a low rate for the week of my period. Then slightly higher for a well or so after. Then when I am ovulating my BG rises a lot so I have another rate for that. However I still have to tweak all these...

I love doing crafty things, but it's tricky to find time with two little ones to entertain. I bought a sewing machine about a year ago and made some lovely curtains for the kids bedroom. Purplekat I have just begun a patchwork quilt using all my kids baby clothes as I just couldn't bring myself...

Thanks Blue2 Hope it continues like that for you. Which pump are you using? I am getting the medtronic minimed. Let us know how you are getting on. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Thanks everyone. I didn't think of a syringe to use with the vials. It's a good idea, we don't have much storage space so whatever I can cut down on is good for me. I will ask about it. I am sure I will be on here if things get difficult once I have my pump. No doubt they will, but I'm up for...

I am feeling so excited but nervous too. I am getting my pump on Wednesday and have just spent all evening writing a list of questions to ask at the appointment. I've not had a great start as my GP surgery lost the letter from my clinic informing them to change my insulin prescription. And now...

Thank you all for your replies Sorry I haven't responded yet the kids have been keeping me busy! Things have been much better over the past week. I have tweaked my levemir dose and if I am slightly high before bed I have been taking 1 or 2 units of novorapid. This has made a huge difference...

Hi Vic It's impossible to say if they are pregnancy symptoms - sometimes when you want it so much you trick your body into feeling pregnant. But then I did have those same symptoms when I fell pregnant. I would say just do as much as possible now in case you are but don't get too excited yet...

Hi Indiana Sorry you've had such a bad appointment. I know how it makes you feel when it happens. From my experience seeing the consultant has never done me any good. Luckily I see just the diabetic nurses and the dietician at my hospital for all my care. Although the nurse doesn't always seem...

Thanks for replying I would be worried I'd have a hypo before bed as my levels are below 7 at the moment before I turn in. Last night I was 5.6 going to bed, and 11.8 on waking. I also increased my levemir which doesn't seem to have any effect on waking BG. Although I have had a hypo later on...

Hi everyone, I feel the need to have a moan, as I am feeling at a loss and really quite down about the amount of effort I'm putting in to my diabetes management - and I am still not getting the results I want. Type 1 for 8 years. Been through 2 pregnancies and struggling since then. I am...

Hi Lily I've had a very similar experience as you recently. I used to be able to have treats and just have more insulin to cover, but over the past couple of weeks I've had readings in the high teens or twenties. It's like my body is getting resistant to the insulin. But I don't think it's...

Hi frowl I just read your post. It concerned me that you are taking aspirin while you are pregnant, as I always thought this was dangerous for the baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Folic acid yes, even 3 months before you fall pregnant. Maybe there is somebody that knows better than me...

I had a hypo which I just couldn't sort out with the usual dextrose and biscuits. At the same time I started to get nausea so found it difficult to eat anything more. My husband called an ambulance and I was taken to a and e as they couldn't get levels up. Then I was stuck in a cubicle and...

And getting back to the snacks subject. Take a whole bag of goodies for AFTER the birth, hospital food is YUCK! And they like to keep diabetic mothers in for a few days till they know baby is fine. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

No I'm hoping to get a pump soon, as after having my last baby I can't get things under control again. So I had to have a drip with insulin and glucose through both labours. It's a pain in the bum as the midwives don't seem very confident with this process so I had to wait around for someone who...

Hi ladies I was induced at 38 weeks for both my girls. It's standard practice for people with diabetes. However if you can avoid the syntocin ( I think that's what it's called) it's used to make your contractions stronger, then IMHO do. I had it with my first, and ended up with epidural which...

Thanks for the replies. I can't fund the CGM, so that's not an option for me. Although I think with the medtronic you can get a glucose monitor that is wireless, and sends your readings to the pump. Do I have this right? Just wondering if I would get the test strips on prescription. I suppose...

Hi everyone, I am just looking for a bit of advice really. I've been diabetic (type 1) for about 8 years, and after 2 pregnancies my control is getting unmanageable. My dietician is lovely and I have been talking to her about the possibility of going on a pump instead of injections. She has put...