"My daughter is 12 (5 ft 3 and 80 pounds)and her endo said she should get at least 120 carbs per day for growth/energy, etc. So would a 15 yr old boy need more? I find 120 carbs a day is really not a lot, and she eats between 130 - 150 per day total.…"
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Noela Vallis of the Spinal Cord Society of New Zealand says she can have a cure for T1D in a year
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Has anyone read about this? She is working with Drs. Jim Faed and Paul Turner. Their study and trial involves stem cells harvested from the patient's own bone marrow, which is based on the Chicago…Continue
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My daughter is starting with the OmniPod and I was surprised to learn that the PDM alsways need to be at most 2 feet away from the Pod. Is that true - is this really necessary in real life use?…Continue
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Jen replied to kaitype1's discussion 'How Many Carbs for a Teen?' in the group parents of kids with Type 1
Colin replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"I think the standard is the initial provision is 40 pods then 30 each 3 month; the initial 10 pods being a "buffer" for the occasional failure. After a few years I think I got another 40 to restore that buffer of 10."
"After reading through the posts to this thread, I totally agree with y'all that Insulet has and is handling the new PDM/Pod rollout terribly. I haven't been up-to-date on the new system's availability recently. Just prior to coming to…"
Clare replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"the new pods are awesome, I tried the older pod last year and decided it was just too big and clunky for me so I waited and when the new ones were available I ordered the test pods - actually I contacted my rep and asked for 3 demo pods because I…"
Gi replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"You will like it. There are occasional pod failures and occlusions but they will work with you on that. It is nice to be able to wear swimsuits and one piece outfits! I am waiting for the new pdm and pods..cant wait! :0)"
Clare replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Gi, actually as I read the statement of medical necessity that the doctor filled out to get me the pods there are 2 check boxes change every 48 hours is 50 pods/90 days or change every 72 hours is 40 pods /90 days. But if you do the math 30 pods…"
Gi replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Clare...been a type 1 for 40 years and been on a pump for 7. 1 box will last 30 days unless you have a problem with the site. I guess you doc wrote it for 4 months. You will have better control with the pump. :0)"
FHS replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Depending upon your coverage, you can also have extra pods supplied regardless of which box you check. I have a 90 day prescription for 30 pods but since that isn't really enough actually cover 12 months worth of podding due to 31 day months,…"
Clare replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Gi, thanks, I just had my 38th diaversary and this is my first venture in to pumping. My "starter" kit came with 40 pods. I don't know if this is for 4 months or 3 months, but I guess I will find out on Thursday. I think it also…"
Gi replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Clare and congrats. Are they giving a 4 month supply of pods now? I am getting 3 month supply - 30 pods. Just curious I have been on it for almost 7 years now."
Clare replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"I am starting on my first ever pump next Thursday. I chose the omnipod and have already received the PDM and 40 pods and of course the omnipresent Freestyle blood glucose meter which I think makes about 6 or 7 meters collecting dust in the house. I…"
"I'm sorry, but your theory doesn't make sense. They would have to continue making old-style pods while they're trying to ramp up the manufacture of the new ones. I think it's more of a distribution and manufacturing issue. I got…"
FHS replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Thank you markeezy. Diplomacy is not my strong point. I understand the need to vent and to have somebody be there to understand, especially when the venting comes from a place of real concern and necessity. A lot of what I'm reading lately has…"
FHS replied to Jen's discussion 'New, smaller Omnipod arrived!' in the group OmniPod Users"Then you have motivation to see to your daughter's needs. I applaud you and wish you the best of luck in rectify this situation for your daughter. I appreciate the fact that everybody who has come here to share their story about why Insulet has…"
"I can respect that, and completely understand that in your daughter's case the new system was a necessity and not a convenience. However, I think what FHS was referring to is the fact that for a lot of people the current omnipod works very…"
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- At 10:19am on April 21, 2012,
catlover said… Hi Jen - Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here.
- At 6:00am on April 21, 2012,
Marie B said… hi Jen, welcome to the community. please join our group for parents
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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!!!
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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 1:41pm on April 19, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 1:40pm on April 19, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home Jen...
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends Black heart (cards)
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 D., 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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