"Sorry to hear you had such an awful experience. Do you think it's possibly you had a false high at 17:37 possibly from the cereal bar still being on your hands? I have an 8 yr old that is T1D and this happens alot. Sometimes she does not wash…"
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Piki101 replied to BWashington's discussion 'Very sudden low and fainting' in the group OmniPod UsersPiki101 replied to Amy's discussion 'In order for medicaid to pay for the G4, I have to go through a test' in the group Dexcom Users"They should provide you with the logs when you get the Ipro. I recall Medtronic's logo on the top so it should be the standard log they use for all Ipro users. I think they want insulin dosages on there as well."
Piki101 replied to Amy's discussion 'In order for medicaid to pay for the G4, I have to go through a test' in the group Dexcom Users"My daughter did the Ipro trial (as it is called here) and she wore Medtronic's version of the CGM for 5 days. We did not get the reciever either. After 5 days we removed the Ipro and mailed it back to the hospital as requested. During that time…"
Piki101 replied to Sarah's discussion 'Apidra with Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"My daughter boluses 15 min prior to eating. Your doctor should tell you whether or not you should continue to pre bolus but our doctor told us to keep doing what we were doing prior to starting Apidra."
Piki101 replied to Sarah's discussion 'Apidra with Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"Some times, not all the time. Our endo said it would not make much of a difference for her but since it was cheaper she said we could try it. Right now we just use a cosmetic bag to carry the PDM , test strips, lancet, etc to keep it all together.…"
Piki101 replied to Sarah's discussion 'Apidra with Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"Yes!!!! My daughter is on the Omnipod and used Novolog, Humalog, and is currently on Apidra. We have only been switching due to the cost not becuse they didn't work."
Piki101 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Can you take insulin out of a pod?' in the group OmniPod Users"I have talked with my Dr. and she seems to be okay with what I am doing. I actually learned how to do it from others in our support group. We just use alcohol swabs to clean the old pod and I also wipe the needle before putting it into the new pod.…"
Piki101 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Can you take insulin out of a pod?' in the group OmniPod Users"I do not put air into the vial until after I extract the insulin I need and inject it into the pod. You only have to put air in the vial to keep the pressure from building insid. e"
Piki101 replied to Budababe's discussion 'Insulin type for use in Pod?' in the group OmniPod Users"We started out with Novolog, switched to Humalog and now we use Apidra. Only short acting insulin is used in a pump/pod. Lantus, Humilin, and Levimir are long acting insulin which are kind of like a "background" insulin. You typical do…"
Piki101 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Can you take insulin out of a pod?' in the group OmniPod Users"We do each and every time. My daughter never uses all the insulin that we put into the pod . We pay alot of money for insulin so we do not waste it. We draw it out through the same hole we put it in. Then add more from the vial to reach the minimum…"
Piki101 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Carrying the PDM' in the group OmniPod Users"Limited Warranty Coverage
Insulet Corporation warrants to the original purchaser ("you") that the Personal Diabetes Manager (the "PDM") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for…"
Piki101 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Carrying the PDM' in the group OmniPod Users"The PDM that is the remote to dispense insulin is the same as the meter you use to test. It is to bulky to carry in a pocket so a bag or pouch/pack of some sort is recommended. Really shouldn't be much differnt that carrying your current meter.…"
Piki101 replied to Amy M's discussion 'Dexcom G4 Training' in the group Dexcom Users"Training from our Dr office was never mentioned. We learned from the tutorial disk they sent out. Spoke with others in our support group and none of them went to training either."
Piki101 replied to Libby's discussion 'G4 Sensor failure' in the group Dexcom Users"It is not because you run high. My daughter runs high all the time 400+ and it has never failed for that reason. It has however failed many times before from laying on it funny, showering, etc. Most of the time it will either connect on it's…"
Profile Information
- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes is
- 1 or more of my children
- 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?
- Support
- Date diagnosed
- October 25, 2008
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 8.9
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump, CGM
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Omni Pod
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Hello! New to tudiabetes.org
Posted on February 23, 2013 at 5:19pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hello! I am New to TuDiabetes. I just happen to stumble on the site by chance and so far I like what I see. I have a 7 yr old T1D diagnosed in 2008 at the age of 3 1/2. Started on the MM pump in 2009 and switched to the Omni Pod a few months ago. Still struggling with keeping her blood glucose numbers steady despite the fact that we weigh and meausre all of her food. Because of all the highs and lows we have decided to use the Dexcom CGM to see if we can get better control. Looking for…
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- At 4:59pm on February 23, 2013,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Piki!!
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,
click on "all groups". 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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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 1:03pm on February 23, 2013,
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 7:46am on February 23, 2013,
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 7:02am on February 23, 2013,
Stemwinder said… Welcome Piki, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for discussions. I’m so glad you are here.
Please feel at home, you are with friends
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