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  • Nottingham, MD
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Linda G left a comment for chrystal
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRYSTAL!! Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year! (You haven't been on in a while...I hope everything is OK) Have a GREAT "ME" DAY…"
Jan 23
brokenpole left a comment for chrystal
"Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day."
Jan 23
chrystal replied to dino's discussion 'Dexcom Adhesive - sweaty guy needs it to last longer' in the group Dexcom Users
"I used skin tac and this stuff really works my seven year old does karate and the sensors kept falling off called dexicom they told me to buy skin tac and I could not believe how awesome this stuff is good luck..."
Feb 18, 2012
chrystal joined Rob's group
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Dexcom Users

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
Feb 18, 2012
chrystal shared dino's discussion on Facebook
Feb 18, 2012
chrystal commented on Ann Bartlett's blog post 'Dexcom Crisis: My worst fear come true.'
"I bought a water proof I phone case with a landyard from amazon to keep it safe and dry my son is seven and always runs around so it seems to be working if you don't mind wearing it around your neck . Good luck.."
Feb 18, 2012
Robyn left a comment for chrystal
"Hello and Welcome!"
Jan 23, 2012
chrystal commented on Kim's video
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I Don't Give A Sheet.

"wow I liked the video my son has been acting uncomfortable in public to test and take shots but like you said take care of your health it's the most imortant thing"
Jan 23, 2012
chrystal commented on Kim's video
Jan 23, 2012
chrystal liked Kim's video
Jan 23, 2012
catlover left a comment for chrystal
"Hi chrystal- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here."
Jan 23, 2012
brokenpole left a comment for chrystal
"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…"
Jan 23, 2012
lotsofshots left a comment for chrystal
"Hi, welcome to TuDiabetes, we are so happy that you found us! "
Jan 22, 2012
chrystal posted a status
"Thank you everyone for the kind words..I am so new to Diabetes and really have no one to talk to about my stress and feelings."
Jan 22, 2012
Doris D left a comment for chrystal
"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…"
Jan 22, 2012
Donna H left a comment for chrystal
"Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community."
Jan 21, 2012

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?
new information to help my son
Date diagnosed
April 21, 2010
Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
7.6
Type of treatment/devices you use
Shots
What pump model do you use, if any?
n/a
Enter your website, if any (blog, Facebook, Twitter)
http://chrystal drake facebook
Tell us more about you (optional)
Mother of four my youngest is seven and has type 1 diabetes

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At 4:21am on January 23, 2013, Linda G said…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRYSTAL!!
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
(You haven't been on in a while...I hope everything is OK)
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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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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At 1:50am on January 23, 2013, brokenpole said…
Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
At 7:43pm on January 23, 2012, Robyn said…

Hello and Welcome!

At 12:26pm on January 23, 2012, catlover said…

Hi chrystal- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here.

At 8:42am on January 23, 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 4:20pm on January 22, 2012, lotsofshots said…

Hi, welcome to TuDiabetes, we are so happy that you found us!

At 8:09am on January 22, 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. WELCOME!!!

At 12:46am on January 22, 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

At 8:09pm on January 21, 2012, Donna H said…

Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.

At 7:08pm on January 21, 2012, Linda G said…

Welcome home Chrystal....
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.
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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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