"Currently pregnant with my second, and both I saw/see my OB and my endo. I also get ultrasounds with a perinatologist (probably very similar, professionally, as your MFM) since he has better equipment and knows how to better watch for signs of…"
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Aging, High BS, and Type 1
Started this discussion. Last reply by Laddie Dec 21, 2012. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I am hoping that the collective wisdom and experience of fellow Type 1's can shed some light on a problem I've experienced recently, specifically the effects of sustained high BS.A bit of background.…Continue
Basal Testing
Started this discussion. Last reply by Holger Schmeken Sep 30, 2012. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hello All!Just wanted to hear everyone's experience with basal testing. I know this is a necessary step in determining appropriate settings but need some advice on what works best. How often do you…Continue
Pump vs. MDI and Dawn Phenomenon
Started this discussion. Last reply by Trudy Aug 6, 2012. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Although I've been a Type 1 for 12 years (and on a pump for 11), I've never had this adequately explained. Is there a difference for those on a pump vs. MDI when dealing with dawn phenomenon? I think…Continue
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Megan Ritter replied to tebbemae's discussion 'What would you do?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"For my pregnancy, I saw a regular OB who was in a practice with a MFM just in case... I'm sure that if you saw a regular OB who at least was comfortable and knowledgeable about when it would be needed to refer you to a MFM, that would be…"
SS replied to tebbemae's discussion 'What would you do?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Hi,
For my 1st I saw a high risk ob and my endo. For the 2nd I saw a normal/ non high risk ob and my normal endo. I would think that by your 3rd pregnancy that you're pretty familiar with what happens to your bgs and what you need to do to…"
tebbemae added a discussion to the group Oh! BABY!!!
What would you do?
This is my first post to this group and it is long-my apologies! I really need your feedback and advice on seeing a maternal fetal medical specialist or a regular OB. Here is the dilemma:I am recently pregnant with my 3rd. With my previous pregnancies I saw a MFM doctor who handled my BS and OB. She was fabulous and I had great pregnancies-no other complications. After our 2nd we moved from a big city to a small town. The closest MFM doctor (and Endocrinologist) is 90 minutes away. I am really…See More
tebbemae joined jessica's groupOh! BABY!!!
A group for those of us who are hoping, wishing, praying, wanting to be pregnant one day. A source of pregnancy web links, helpful tips. frustration, support, happy thoughts, etc.See More
FHS replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"I do the same thing. Pod change, bolus 1 unit if my BG is already in normal range, 1 unit plus whatever correction is required if my BG is out of range. It's hit and miss. Some changes I'll be low and have to correct, some changes…"
jbowler replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"I bolus 1 unit expressed (for me) as 12g of carbohydrate on pod change. My assumption has been that this effectively primes the new site, so that insulin in that site gets into my bloodstream more rapidly than it otherwise would.
My statement about…"
Colin replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"It sounds like you previously had been pumping at a different place (abdomen, arm?). This raises a question for me -- why rotate so broadly? I have switched from right arm to left arm and back for years now, only rarely going elsewhere. (At social…"
FHS replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"Yeah, lot's of trial and error, and a few lost pods in the process. I imagine the best spots are probably different for everybody. My most consistent spots are on the sides of my abs and around my waist. I don't have a lot of fat either,…"
Sarah replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"i just started my new pod today, and we used my arm...in your opinion, where are the best sites. i'm new to a pump so i don't have absorption issues (yet) and don't have a lot of fat, but I use a CGM which is on my stomach. Is the arm…"
FHS replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"I agree. I think it's related to absorbtion of insulin and the dynamics of basal versus bolus .
Rather than say that the rate of absorbtion doesn't matter for basal, however, I think that the smaller doses, relative steady state of insulin…"
Bradford replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"Let me get out my magic wand and do a little hocus pocus to 'fix ya' ;)
Ha! I, too, am sorry that I couldn't get it figured out. I mean, I figured out I needed more insulin in those spots and that I couldn't ever really cover…"
tebbemae replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"So I'm not alone! I feel relief knowing I'm not the only one, but I sure do wish you had found a solution! Just kidding Bradford-looks like I'll have to follow your advice of avoiding that area. Thanks!"
jbowler replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"Rate of adsorption is critical for boluses and doesn't matter at all for the basal. If the rate the insulin gets into your blood stream is twice as great at one site than at another the peak of the blood sugar rise after eating will be half at…"
Bradford replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"When I tried my quads and my calf a few times (after seeing someone post a photo here of that location), I experienced the same thing. Basal rates were fine...but I couldn't catch a meal with any sort of bolus to save my life. It didn't…"
tebbemae replied to tebbemae's discussion 'FastIng basal working-bolus is not' in the group OmniPod Users"I would chalk it up to a bad area if my basal wasn't working either- but maybe trying my front is a good idea-thanks Scott!
Thanks jms-I wish I could call my endo but all I have is a PCP-grrrr small town medical practice!!! Like your daughter I…"
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- At 8:11am on September 29, 2012,
JohnG said… Here is a work sheet for basal testing...enjoy...;-)
- At 2:25pm on July 20, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
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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.
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Stress said…
Welcome to a great site
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