""I DO believe that miracles are possible-- things that go beyond what we think is possible. But expecting that God wants exactly what I want (no diabetes) is not realistic."
Great outlook, very inspiring words!! :)"
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How early do you take your insulin?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kristin Dec 10, 2009. 24 Replies 0 Likes
How much is it worth to you?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Autumn Sep 29, 2008. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Favorite low blood sugar treatment?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jayson Apr 16, 2009. 19 Replies 0 Likes
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"the most insensitive anyone at my church has done was a fellow youth had a needle-phobia and cringed when I tested my sugar in front of her and said to warn her before I did it again so she could look away. I've never had anyone say the faith…"
Autumn commented on Bernard's blog post 'What changes would you like to see in diabetes devices/treatments?'"I really want a delayed bolus option. Kind of like a reverse dual wave. Or a triple wave.
How about insertion devices/site rotation? I need insertion devices that can be easily used by one hand. Having to use 2 hands to insert my infusion set limits…"
Autumn replied to Lauren's discussion 'How to wear your pump in the hospital?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I had my infusion site on my hip and then wore a sports bra to clip my pump. My CGM was in my upper butt/lower back and my husband held the receiver in his pocket or I had it on the pillow next to my head."
Autumn replied to Lindsay's discussion 'Is it possible?? Two children or stop at one?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Just wanted to reassure you that your numbers will settle down soon. I found it was easiest to work on one time of day diabetes-wise and tackle that area 1st. Rather than tackle the worst area 1st, I worked on extending my best blood sugar times of…"
Autumn replied to Kristin's discussion 'My greatest fear as a mother' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Somethings I've done to deal with lows while being home alone with my little one:
-Stash glucose tabs everywhere. Couch cushions, nightstand, changing table etc.
-Depending on where I am when I feel low, I put her in the safest place possible…"
Autumn replied to Marps's discussion 'Vaccinations' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Just know that deciding to vaccinate or not vaccinate is a personal choice. It's the 1st of many decisions you'll make as a parent that you'll be judged by. Similar to be a stay at home mom or choosing to keep working; public school…"
Autumn replied to Marps's discussion 'Vaccinations' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"One thing to ask your future pediatrician is their stance on vaccines. Some doctors will not treat children who have not been vaccinated. Others are okay with a modified vaccination schedule but require you to tell them what vaccine you want and…"
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- Date diagnosed
- June 15, 1990
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 6.3!
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- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Minimed 712
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Sometimes TuDiabetes is a godsend...
Posted on September 2, 2008 at 6:43pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
This is the only place I can go to share what's really going on with my diabetes and have several people really get it.
Today is one of those days when having Type 1 makes me feel so isolated. I had to leave work at lunch today because my blood sugar was 371!! due to a leaking infusion set. I felt nausus and headed to the bathroom to use my usual toliet paper on the infusion set routine. (It's the only way that I can tell if it's leaking if my set is in a spot that I can't see.) Then… Continue
Today is one of those days when having Type 1 makes me feel so isolated. I had to leave work at lunch today because my blood sugar was 371!! due to a leaking infusion set. I felt nausus and headed to the bathroom to use my usual toliet paper on the infusion set routine. (It's the only way that I can tell if it's leaking if my set is in a spot that I can't see.) Then… Continue
No, I'm not. But I'd like to be soon.
Posted on August 17, 2008 at 12:37am 3 Comments 0 Likes
A few weeks ago I went in for my 3 month check up with my Endo. My A1C rocked at 6.1! My doc wasn't nearly as excited as I was. He was worried that I may be running myself too low and increasing my risk for hypoglycemic unawareness. Then he asked if I was pregnant or planning trying to become pregnant. Apparently diabetic women have been known to sub-conciously run their numbers tight when they're thinking about getting pregnant.
Duh! Why wouldn't we, when we've been told to get it… Continue
Duh! Why wouldn't we, when we've been told to get it… Continue
I feel like crap!
Posted on May 23, 2008 at 11:54am 5 Comments 0 Likes
I'm taking an early lunch break at work.
My blood sugar was 34, I ate some yogurt and now I'm at 42. Just ate 2 g-tabs and currently feel like I'm going to throw up. Bleh!
I'm slightly shakey but my mind is clear. Which is good because I've been answering Medicaid policy questions for the past 1/2 hour. And I'm getting a call about another from our hearings coordinator.
Got to go.
My blood sugar was 34, I ate some yogurt and now I'm at 42. Just ate 2 g-tabs and currently feel like I'm going to throw up. Bleh!
I'm slightly shakey but my mind is clear. Which is good because I've been answering Medicaid policy questions for the past 1/2 hour. And I'm getting a call about another from our hearings coordinator.
Got to go.
wow...DIE-a-bet-es!
Posted on May 21, 2008 at 10:20pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Emphasis on the "Die".
One of my co-workers down the hall in the ISD (super tech) department didn't know I was diabetic until friday.
I actually found our whole coversation humerous because I was in a laid back mood.
His name is Davis and we joke around alot. I'm always picking on him because he likes Sponge Bob.
Here are some actual quotes from our convo:
"I didn't know you were diabetic. Wow. The things we take for granted"(picture his dumb founded pity look… Continue
One of my co-workers down the hall in the ISD (super tech) department didn't know I was diabetic until friday.
I actually found our whole coversation humerous because I was in a laid back mood.
His name is Davis and we joke around alot. I'm always picking on him because he likes Sponge Bob.
Here are some actual quotes from our convo:
"I didn't know you were diabetic. Wow. The things we take for granted"(picture his dumb founded pity look… Continue
All about the numbers or is it?
Posted on December 7, 2007 at 10:11pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I had my 3 month check in with my endo on wednesday. (He's great. I recomment him to anyone living in the Phoenix Metro area.) We did the normal review. A1c now at 6.3! Previously 6.7. Blood pressure down, 120/70, colesteral good, eyes excellent. All in all, the kind of Dr's visit everyone wants to have everytime they go to see their endo.
Then I started thinking about the numbers, why do I get such a thrill over being a certian "number" on my A1c or on my meter? Why are good days and…
ContinueComment Wall (2 comments)
- At 6:24am on November 11, 2008,
Maricel Labra-Dacuycuy said… - I know i will learn more about diabetes through your experiences.
God bless!
- At 12:44pm on October 23, 2008,
Kristin said… - I just saw that your A1c was 6.1 !?!?! That's AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your post prandial highs can't be that high then :) Way to go!
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