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OmniPod Users

This group is dedicated to giving OmniPod users a place to discuss and share our experiences so that we may grow and help each other "make diabetes a smaller part of our lives."

Please note: the exchange, sale or giveaway of items between members that require a prescription from a licensed practitioner, including insulin pumps and pump supplies, is not allowed on TuDiabetes.

We encourage you to donate supplies to non-profits such as the Charles Ray III Diabetes Association and Insulin for Life, which accept insulin pumps and pump supplies (as well as other diabetes-related prescription items).

You can also approach your physician's office or local medical groups to discuss donating them to those in need of assistance in your area.

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Discussion Forum

Working out and low blood sugars

Started by Aaron. Last reply by Scott Wilkins 2 hours ago. 5 Replies

Existing User with new PDM and Pods

Started by Davappe. Last reply by Davappe 3 hours ago. 22 Replies

Edgepark vs Insurance give me a break!!

Started by Budababe. Last reply by Hockey Mom 17 hours ago. 9 Replies

Anyone use Doubek Medical Supply?

Started by Sophia'smommyLori. Last reply by Sophia'smommyLori Jun 12. 4 Replies

existing customers with new pods?

Started by NatalieHodge. Last reply by Agswin04 Jun 11. 16 Replies

Apidra and the pod

Started by Clare. Last reply by johnnyjumpstart Jun 8. 4 Replies

Omnipod Tips for a Newbie. :)

Started by tiffernee. Last reply by Victoria Jun 7. 19 Replies

thinking of going tubeless

Started by Chris. Last reply by Chris Jun 7. 35 Replies

Updated site

Started by Agswin04. Last reply by jbowler Jun 5. 11 Replies

replacement pod

Started by meh_mtl. Last reply by meh_mtl Jun 5. 7 Replies

Interesting observation from Insulet

Started by aimeeh2oski. Last reply by Agswin04 Jun 5. 14 Replies

question before i call insulet

Started by vickim1970. Last reply by Agswin04 Jun 4. 21 Replies

Suppliers for Omnipod?

Started by David. Last reply by barbraann Jun 3. 12 Replies

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Comment by Jennifer 12 hours ago

Clubkobe, they are telling me the samething.

Comment by Rebecca 14 hours ago

I talked to Insulet last week. Apparently I'm on the list to have the new pods shipped out this Friday. I won't really believe it until they arrive but I'm hopeful!

Comment by clubkobe 20 hours ago

I just ordered new smaller pods from my supplier today and they are being sent early July when I am eligible to renew my pod order. Insulet told me when they arrive, I have to call them, give them the lot # and some other info and then they will overnight the new PDM. My supplier, Byram, confirmed they have the new pods in stock. When you call Insulet, expect to wait a day until they return your call unless you want to wait on hold for a long time.

Comment by Jennifer 20 hours ago

Is anyone having trouble getting there new pods shipped out. I am in warranty and I have called Insulent and Edgepark. They give me 2 different stories.

Comment by qnsgrl on May 25, 2013 at 11:51am
@ Niclan Im not really sure what happened with the first pod. To be honest I was only using the preps in the very beginning because they too were drying out my skin and I usually change my site after a shower. I have completely switched my site I moved from my abdomen to my back.I have to change my pod tomorrow I think it is and we shall see what happens.
I have also been waking up way lower than normal in the high 20s-30s range. Could this be because my site is changed after 5 years?
Comment by Dee on May 25, 2013 at 6:25am
I use an alcohol swab prior to a new pod....I feel it helps it stay on better.
Comment by NicIan on May 25, 2013 at 6:21am
Ooooooo!! Very helpful Scott! Interesting that the alcohol swaps process is discouraged in the UK. I usually switch right after I shower, so I'll try it out sans swab. Thanks!!
Comment by Scott on May 25, 2013 at 5:53am

Niclan - My daughter had those reactions. THis is how we fixed it. Sorry to just leave a link - I'm running around crazy this morning.

http://www.ardensday.com/main/2011/11/28/omnipod-rash.html

Good luck!
Scott

Comment by NicIan on May 25, 2013 at 5:51am
Seeing so many typos in my last comment. Argh to typing on a smartphone.
Comment by NicIan on May 25, 2013 at 5:50am
Hi qnsgrl! Welcome aboard. I too have sensitive skin on my face. I had an itchy reaction to skintac when I used it to stick the pod on my abdomen. I have bee using just alcohol to prep the site on my arms and haven't had a issue. Sometimes when I remove it, the area is redder than usual, but it goes away within he hour. As for the pod expiring, did it run our of insulin?
 

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