"There are other products that increase stickiness that aren't as severe as skin tac. Unisolv is the one that comes to mind. When we were on vacation recently, we had the same problem. I don't think they considered swimming to hrs in the…"
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Adjomom replied to Jay (JJ)'s discussion 'Products to Treat Low BG' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"I used something called honey stingers. They are tummies made for althetes to use during strenuous exercise. They are 4g of carbs per so its nice because we can usually avoid post low spikes. And my son loves them (he's…"
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Live interview with John Mastrototaro: Road to the Artificial Pancreas at TuDiabetes homepage
March 8, 2013 from 1pm to 2pm
This event has already occurred, but you can still see the recording here.JOHN MASTROTOTAROVice President of Research and DevelopmentJohn J. Mastrototaro, Ph.D. is Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Research, Technology and Business Development at Medtronic Diabetes. Prior to this position, he was Vice President of Global Clinical, Scientific & Health…See More
Adjomom replied to Jeje9272's discussion 'Symptoms when slightly high?' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"First, let me compliment you on being remarkably together for someone so recently diagnosed! My son is significantly younger (he's 3, diagnosed at 21 months) so he doesn't really tell us much. He definitely gets weepy at either extreme so…"
Adjomom replied to Desi59's discussion 'snack/drink ideas for lows' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"I use honey stingers. They are a chew designed for elite athletes to use when they get hypoglycemic during a race. There are 4 grams a chew and quite yummy. My diabetes educator taught me a formula to calculate how many grams my son needs to be…"
Adjomom replied to markeeezy's discussion 'Actually Getting the New Pods!' in the group OmniPod Users"I have spoke to Insulet several times and the current date is late February/early March. I plan on going box to box with the pods until they are ready! I am actually excited that the new PDMs will be able to be further away from the pod to deliver…"
Adjomom commented on Penny R.'s group 'parents of kids with Type 1'"I actually just started trying Dermoplast right after I take off the pod (well, usually, Jonah rips it off - he's 3). It is benzocaine and menthol spray that the doctor actually gave me after Jonah was born. It seems to control the immediate…"
Adjomom replied to Adjomom's discussion 'Toddler ripping off Pod every day' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Thanks for the encouragement/advice/camaraderie. We have one band from pumpwear but I think he's already getting too big for it. Part of my problem is he always likes it on his tush and that's a really hard area to wrap! I feel as if I…"
"I feel for you. My 7 year old plays really hard sometimes and will knock hers off, but I can't imagine trying to explain to a little one to not rip it off!
We have found the following works:
1. Arm/Leg Bands to cover up the pod - you can get…"
Adjomom replied to Adjomom's discussion 'Toddler ripping off Pod every day' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"I honestly don't know if all of them are intentional as he, too, turns all red and itchy when we take the pod off. I also use tegaderm (although sometimes I think the 3M Transpore tape is better and less irritating). We too have explained to…"
Jack's Mom replied to Adjomom's discussion 'Toddler ripping off Pod every day' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"My son Jack was diagnosed at one and has been on the Omnipod and Dexcom since he was 18 months old. He is now 3 1/2.
Jack is a very shy reserved kid, so we have never had a problem with him intentionally ripping a pump off. He also has had it on his…"
Adjomom added a discussion to the group parents of kids with Type 1
Toddler ripping off Pod every day
I'm just wondering if anyone has any advice about how to discuss with a 3 year old the importance of keeping his pump on? We were doing really well for 3 months now he's been taking it off pretty much daily. Are there any books out there about dealing with kids this young? It doesn't seem to matter where it is or how/how much I tape it down. ThanksSee More
Adjomom replied to dexuser's discussion 'Multiple BG Prompts' in the group Dexcom Users"I happens to my son - particularly when he pulls out his Omnipod (he's 3). I usually just wait for the BG to get lower then try to re-callibrate."
Adjomom replied to yumbittersugar's discussion 'Discrepancy between Dexcom and meter' in the group Dexcom Users"I (try) to enter every blood sugar my son (who is 3) has into the CGM. "They" say that the more you enter, the more accurate it is. Its also important to remember that the Dexcom is not measuring your blood sugar but the sugar at the site…"
Elizabeth replied to Adjomom's discussion 'Skin reactions at Pod site' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Ha! wasted advice then. But got some in return so that's OK. I have farm animals, if you haven't already guessed, so betadine is absolutely vital to us. The horses and the dogs are always getting scrapes, bites, cuts... we'd be lost…"
"After we deactivate the pod, I soak the adhesive with baby oil. After about 10 mins the pod pretty much falls off. That has helped with the irriation from the adhesive"
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- April 24, 2011
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- My 3 year old son has diabetes - I don't.
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- At 9:46pm on August 9, 2012,
Linda G said… Just to let you know...
Video Chat...LIVE! Friday, August 10 on the TuDiabetes homepage 1 pm (Pacific time!):
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- At 6:49pm on August 8, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
- At 5:51pm on August 8, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 5:17pm on August 8, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Adjomom.
It's been a little over a year...how's it all going?
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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There are also groups here for parents of children with diabetes, such as....
"Parents of Kids with type 1" and "Kids with Diabetes"
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Take care....and keep in touch!
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