"Keep track of how much insulin you have on board. Pumps do this for you, but you can figure it out on your own without a pump. Click the link for a website with more detailed explanation and a chart to use to figure how much you have on board:…"
-
Nel
- Female
- Greenville, SC
- United States
- Blog Posts (1)
- Discussions (44)
- Events
- Groups (4)
- Photos
- Photo Albums
- Videos
Nel's Groups
Nel's Discussions
Stress!! >:S
Started this discussion. Last reply by still_young_at_heart Sep 29, 2012. 15 Replies 0 Likes
My second year of grad school is now in full swing and I'm now learning how stress messes with my BG levels. Last semester when I was diagnosed, I actually didn't deal with many stress-induced highs.…Continue
Favorite T2 blog?
Started Jul 17, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
I'm currently following 4 type 1 diabetes bloggers. I'm wanting to know more about type 2 diabetes and I think the best way to learn is to find a good type 2 blog. So, tudiabetes friends, what are…Continue
When do you take a correction bolus?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Super_sally Jun 20, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I checked my blood sugar 2 hours after lunch and it spiked big time! I was 82 before lunch and I'm 205 now. Since I took a 4 unit dose of humalog 2 hours ago, I have a little over 2 units of insulin…Continue
Boyfriend's family cooking an Italian meal this Friday--advice?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Putertech Jun 5, 2012. 20 Replies 0 Likes
My boyfriend's aunt and uncle are having the two of us over on Friday for supper. They're serving lasagna, garlic bread, salad, and tiramisu--carby! I'd like to eat and enjoy myself, even though I…Continue
Nel's Page
Latest Activity
Nel replied to Kelly's discussion 'Double dose' in the group College Students with Diabetes (and people who work in stressful careers)Nel replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Combo bolus with pizza?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Definitely use the combo bolus! My advice is not to be afraid to play with it. I'm fairly new to pumping myself (been pumping less than a year), so I don't have a ton of sage advice to offer. Here's what my CDE told me during my pump…"
Nel replied to etta amy's discussion 'Where do you keep your Ping?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I just experimented with a new way of wearing the pump. The pump fits well inside my sports bra, but not so well in my regular ones. I had success wearing a sports bra over a regular one and then tucking the pump inside. It completely disappears.…"
"Your reasoning for using the name Nel makes perfect sense !!..it's short and it's cute :) I recall at about age 12( 60 years ago ) I wanted to be called Petra ( instead of Nel ) till I had a class mate by that name ! And I have no clue ,…"
Nel left a comment for nel"Hello Nel from Canada! My boyfriend lived in Nova Scotia until he was ten years old and still considers himself Canadian at heart--he misses Canada. I think his sister (who has type 1 diabetes like I do) is a dual-citizen; pretty sure she was born…"
still_young_at_heart replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"During tax season when I'm under stress, I tend to bump up my basals by about 20% and adjust my meal time basal a bit. You don't even have to change to I:C ratio on the pump, just add a couple of carbs to the calculation in the bolus…"
Nel replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"Good point. I need to start actively looking for patterns. I log regularly using the WaveSense app (it's identical to the Sanofi iBGstar app) and it has a great trend chart feature. I need to force myself to spend some time looking over that…"
Nel replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"I'm thinking it's some of both, Kathy. I'm on a pump now (it helps a great deal)."
Nel replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"Thanks for the suggestion. I think I'll find that helpful. I already have those "can't change" times blocked out, so all I would need to do is block in the study times/workout times."
"Hi Nel from another Nel from Canada ...on TuD I spell with a lower case n ...short for Petronella ( Wilhelmina ...good Dutch name ...yours too ??"
Nel replied to etta amy's discussion 'Where do you keep your Ping?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I generally prefer clipping it to my waistband. I'd rather it be more visible to others and more comfortable for me. If I'm wearing something with a pocket I'll put it there. I've not found other ways to stash the pump that…"
Wren replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"I was diagnosed in my second year of grad school and was totally overwhelmed by having to learn diabetes management while taking a full courseload and getting through a challenging internship. I am so sorry you're going through this! My stress…"
Don replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"I have my carb counts but I never figured out a reliable "stress" count which meant all I could do during stressful exams was bolus a *small* amount before the exam and fingerstick after. Stress is a funny thing because it is all about how…"
"I agree with the exercise - some time on the treadmill always helps me.
Remember - Stressed spelled backwards is DESSERTS"
Spock replied to Nel's discussion 'Stress!! >:S'"The old story of stress is FIGHT or FLIGHT. Do I stand and fight or do I run away? Either choice requires moe strength, adrealine, glucose, etc. So when you get into those stressful situations, your body is going to automactically compensate and…"
Profile Information
- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
- How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
- Advice and support from other Type 1 diabetics
- Date diagnosed
- January 24, 2012
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 5.2, June 2012
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Animas Ping
- Enter your website, if any (blog, Facebook, Twitter)
- http://theclumsyjuggler.wordpress.com/
- Tell us more about you (optional)
- I'm working as a teaching assistant in my University's English department as I work towards a degree in education. After I finish, I hope to teach high school English. I'm the fourth T1D in my extended family and the only person that I know (so far) to develop diabetes in grad school. Like diabetes is ever convenient, right?
Check out my blog!
I blog over at The Clumsy Juggler. Check it out! I'd love to know what you think.
You can follow me on twitter at @nelbrandybuck.
Nel's Blog
New blog! Check it out when you get the chance. :)
Posted on June 11, 2012 at 6:22pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I started writing about my experiences with diabetes at the beginning of the summer when school let out and my schedule was freer. I felt like I needed to write to help me sort out what I had experienced last semester after I was diagnosed. A couple of friends of mine encouraged me to start a blog and this weekend I finally did it. If you're interested, you can check it out here: http://theclumsyjuggler.wordpress.com/
Comment Wall (10 comments)
You need to be a member of Diabetes community by Diabetes Hands Foundation: TuDiabetes to add comments!
Join Diabetes community by Diabetes Hands Foundation: TuDiabetes
- At 1:01pm on September 30, 2012,
nel said…
Your reasoning for using the name Nel makes perfect sense !!..it's short and it's cute :) I recall at about age 12( 60 years ago ) I wanted to be called Petra ( instead of Nel ) till I had a class mate by that name ! And I have no clue , why some call me Nels ?? ..well, what's in a name ?
- At 7:21pm on September 28, 2012,
Hi Nel from another Nel from Canada ...on TuD I spell with a lower case n ...short for Petronella ( Wilhelmina ...good Dutch name ...yours too ??
- At 8:48am on June 15, 2012,
mel said… Hi Nel thanks I'm already finding this site so helpful and everyone has been so kind and helpful on here already. It's so nice to talk with people who totally get where I'm coming from. Thanks again look forward to chatting with you more Melissa
- At 8:42am on May 25, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Bravo on being a featured member Nel!!
- At 4:15pm on May 9, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Brandybuck...I teach French and a component of English to primary grades!
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.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
There are also groups here for parents of children with D., such as....
"Parents of Kids with type 1" and "Kids with Diabetes"
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 3:58pm on May 9, 2012,
shoshana27 said… ELCOME
- At 11:43am on May 9, 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. I taught HS Honors English for many years but retired as a High School Principal of a large high school 8 miles from Boston. Good luck to you and WELCOME!!!
- At 7:49am on May 9, 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 4:09am on May 9, 2012,
Doris D said… Nope never convenient. Sounds like ur doing good with ur edudation though and trying to help other's too GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!! UR so new to this aren't u??? Now u know another Type 1. That me LOL!
- At 4:05am on May 9, 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.
Here's a link to help you get to know more about us: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
Advertisement
REsources
Groups
From the Diabetes Hands Foundation blog...
Together, We Can Get Diabetes Co-Stars to 10,000 Views!
Above is a photo of Diabetes Hands Foundation’s own Manny Hernandez with the stars of the Diabetes Co-Stars Video, “Strength in Numbers.” In case you haven’t heard the news yet, there is a new video making it’s way through the …Continue Reading
Congratulations Diabetes Advocates Scholarship Recipients!
The Diabetes Hands Foundation and Diabetes Advocates Program is proud to announce and congratulate the members of DA who were granted scholarships to attend diabetes conferences in 2013! Thanks to a generous grant from Novo Nordisk, in 2013 we were …Continue Reading
TuDiabetes Team
DHF STAFF
 Manny Hernandez(Co-Founder, Editor, has LADA)
|
DHF VOLUNTEERS
Lead Administrator
 Bradford (has type 1) |
Administrators
 Lorraine (mother of type 1) |
 Marie B (has type 1) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
LIKE us on Facebook
Spread the word
This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.
© 2013 A community of people touched by diabetes, run by the Diabetes Hands Foundation.
