"I use a alcohol wipe, let it dry. Then use a skin tac wipe a little larger than the area for the pod and let it almost dry. Place the pod and secure with two strips of 1"X4" OpSite Flexfix tape. One across the nose just above the site…"
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"I apply the Skin Tac directly on my pod, this way I don't get too much extra skin exposed to the glue that collects dirt and clothing fibers."
elaine peterson replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"Yes, and also rewipe the adhesive area after you place the pod. That has helped a lot."
Graeme Swift replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"Whenever I want to make sure it's going to be REALLY sticky, I make sure to prep the area really well with alcohol beforehand, and allow that to dry first. Then apply Skin-Tac liberally and apply your pod when it gets it's tackyness for…"
Tab replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"Thank you for the ideas, I guess I will bring some sort of remover just in case."
TracySue123 replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"I use the liquid skin tac and it does help to secure my pods. I also use adhesive remover before I pull it off. I have taken pods off without it but it's easier and less irritating with the adhesive remover.
Have a great vacation! :)"
elaine peterson replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"I love Skin Tac! Very occasionally, my pod will partialy come unstuck with it, but for the most part it holds for the full three+ days. I live in South FL and sweat and swim and bump it. On my belly, it pulls off painlessly. My thighs and arms…"
Biedronk replied to Tab's discussion 'Skin tac' in the group OmniPod Users"It gets more sticky then with out it, so helps keeping the pump and sensor on. It is not hard to get this off. I use the wipe off wipes just to remove the dark dirt from the skin. It will help with keeping pump on, but consider using extra tape on…"
Tab added a discussion to the group OmniPod Users
Skin tac
Good morning all, I have a quick question for anyone use has used or is using a product call Skin Tac. I just purchased a box of this because I am going away on vacation next week and I thought it would help keep my pump on while I'm in and out of the ocean. Here's my question, how sticky does it get and how difficult is it to get off. Should I be buying something to help remove when it's time to change my pod. Any help with this would be great. Thanks
Tab commented on Manny Hernandez's group 'Canada Diabetes'"We lost that years ago in Ontario, I remember I used to get so many points from shoppers drug mart for all my prescriptions. It sure was a nice perk."
Tab replied to MeganB's discussion 'Highs after pod changes again!!!!!' in the group OmniPod Users"I find that happens to me more often than not, and I am so happy to find that I am not the only one this is happening too. I thought I was going crazy. I honestly have no answers for you, but hopefully when we get the new pods this will change."
Tab replied to Lauren Smith's discussion 'Trying out the Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"Yes it does give warning alarms, when its time to change and if its running low on insulin. I'm sure there are others but I fortunately haven't heard any others."
Tab replied to Tab's discussion 'Omni pod customer service. In Canada' in the group OmniPod Users"Honestly it was just the guys poor attitude that got me. I have been in customer service my whole life and I know that when I pick up the phone, whatever your mood is that day to leave it behind and deal with the customer the same way you would like…"
Tab replied to Lauren Smith's discussion 'Trying out the Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"I have been using omnipod for about 8 months now and honestly can't say that there is anything I dislike about it. It is the only pump I have used in the 38 years of having diabetes so I don't have anything to compare it with. The no tube…"
meh_mtl replied to Tab's discussion 'Omni pod customer service. In Canada' in the group OmniPod Users"something similar happened to me, they put my order on the wrong card, and when I figured it out, I called them and they switched the money to the correct card with no problem.
They are human, could have been a bad day for the service guy you got.…"
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- At 4:26pm on January 12, 2013,
Linda G said… 
Hello! Thank you for having me as a friend Tab!
Gee....we're neighbours!! I'm in Kitchener-Waterloo! I'm a wife of 33 years (hubby also diabetic), mom to two grown children, a grandma to 3 lovable little boys, a teacher, and before that an illustrator (still do some) and graphic designer. I love to read, history fascinates me, I paint, sing, walk, garden, ski, ride my bike....did I mention "read"? I love having friends over, I bake/cook, am an eclectic music lover, an animal lover...the ocean...ah the ocean...it speaks to me! Oh...and I have diabetes (and a few other things).
Tell me a bit about yourself!
hugs....linda
- At 7:02pm on January 11, 2013,
Stemwinder said… Welcome Tab, I was going to recommend you visit some of our groups but I can see you are a few steps ahead of me. As you can see there is a wealth of information here.
Please feel at home, you are among friends
- At 6:17am on January 11, 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 6:10am on January 11, 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 4:04am on January 11, 2013, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Tab...fellow Ontarian!
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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http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 8:53pm on January 10, 2013,
nel said…
Welcome Tab ... we visited ON late August and got to meet other TU members ...that's the good part of being a Tu member : a chance to connect .We live in the Shuswap and call it Paradise :) .Have a look at the Canadian Group , we may learn from you !!
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