Katelin07
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pooja hurkat commented on Katelin07's blog post 'First Blog Post'
"http://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/Blog/AmyCampbell/ironing_it_out_linking_diabetes_with_iron_intake/ Please read the following blog ...if you increased iron levels are beyond limits ..i guess its matter of concern..please consult another doc or…"
Oct 28, 2012
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First Blog Post

I've never written in a blog before... I'm sure that's how a lot of people start off their first blog post. To share a little bit about myself. I'm a graphic designer... I live in Iowa with my dog and my boyfriend... I discovered that I have Type 1 Diabetes 5 years ago. I came home from my sophomore year of college in May and had some weird things going on. I went to see my family doctor at the time and my blood sugar was at 580. I was not hospitalized because my mom is a nurse and my family…See More
Oct 28, 2012
acidrock23 commented on Katelin07's blog post 'First Blog Post'
"I agree that's a great idea to figure stuff out on your favorite foods instead of a bunch of stuff you won't like and probably won't eat a lot of either!"
Oct 27, 2012
Shawnmarie commented on Katelin07's blog post 'First Blog Post'
"Hi Katelin! Congrats on making your first blog post. I love that you made all your favorite foods to test your dosages as soon as you were diagnosed! It seems a lot of people go the opposite direction and stop eating everything they love as soon as…"
Oct 27, 2012
Katelin07 posted a blog post

First Blog Post

I've never written in a blog before... I'm sure that's how a lot of people start off their first blog post. To share a little bit about myself. I'm a graphic designer... I live in Iowa with my dog and my boyfriend... I discovered that I have Type 1 Diabetes 5 years ago. I came home from my sophomore year of college in May and had some weird things going on. I went to see my family doctor at the time and my blood sugar was at 580. I was not hospitalized because my mom is a nurse and my family…See More
Oct 27, 2012
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Oct 26, 2012
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Oct 26, 2012
Katelin07 replied to Jen's discussion 'How long before you started pumping?'
"i got my insulin pump 3 months after being diagnosed. I had to make a deal with my doctor that if i could get my A1C down from 10 to at least 7 they would put the order through before i started school in the fall. I got it to go from 10 to 6.5 in…"
Dec 7, 2010
Katelin07 replied to Amy's discussion 'More great news' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
"I was doing carb ratios before i was on the pump so I just associate carb counting with my carb ratios. I was just doing all the math in my head and now the pump does it for me. Like Kelly WPA I have different ones during the day i'm 1:6 in the…"
Dec 7, 2010
Katelin07 replied to Amy's discussion 'More great news' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
"Carb Counting took me a while to get it right, I still miss sometimes with stuff like home made items, however I found it easiest to learn by doing it myself. I understood it enough when someone showed me to be comfortable doing it but learned so…"
Dec 7, 2010
Katelin07 replied to ☆★ BabyGirl ☆★'s discussion 'How Old?'
"I was 20 Right after my spring semester sophomore year of college."
Dec 6, 2010
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Dec 6, 2010
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Dec 6, 2010
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For users of a Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring ("CGM") deviceJust as a reminder with the recent release of the new Dexcom G4 to the US market--it is NOT okay to post about previous models or older sensors as being 'for sale' on this site.It is a violation of the Terms of Use because it is a prescription device, and any such efforts will unfortunately be removed.We encourage you to donate supplies to non-profits such as the Charles Ray III Diabetes Association (…See More
Dec 6, 2010
Linda G left a comment for Katelin07
"Graphic design was my field before going into teaching!! Still illustrate on occasion, along with some stage design! Welcome to the rabble KateLynn.... Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click…"
Dec 2, 2010
Doris D left a comment for Katelin07
"WELCOME TO OUR WORLD WIDE LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Here's a link to help our new member's get to know a bit "About Us": http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes"
Dec 1, 2010

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First Blog Post

Posted on October 27, 2012 at 8:36am 3 Comments

I've never written in a blog before... I'm sure that's how a lot of people start off their first blog post. To share a little bit about myself. I'm a graphic designer... I live in Iowa with my dog and my boyfriend... I discovered that I have Type 1 Diabetes 5 years ago. I came home from my sophomore year of college in May and had some weird things going on. I went to see my family doctor at the time and my blood sugar was at 580. I was not hospitalized because my mom is a nurse and my family…

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At 5:43am on December 2, 2010, Linda G said…
Graphic design was my field before going into teaching!! Still illustrate on occasion, along with some stage design!

Welcome to the rabble KateLynn....
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.
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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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Take care....and keep in touch!
At 4:36pm on December 1, 2010, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR WORLD WIDE LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know a bit "About Us": http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
At 12:30pm on November 30, 2010, Donna H said…
Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups on the site. It is a great way to get to know the community.
 
 
 

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