I started my pump today at 10am. I had a few issues with the infusion set sticking but it got figured out. I went a little low twice so far, so I guess the trainer was right about needing less insulin than with shots, I thought I would be high all day, but not the case . Hopefully tonight goes well. I am excited about not doing a shot before every morsel of food. Any tips from fellow pumpers on anything would be great. Thanks
Congrats! That is very exciting. Just make sure to test your blood sugars frequently so that your diabetes educator can get the pump settings correct. Let me know if you need anything!
thanks so much, I will
What pump are you wearing? It might help with what tips we give.
Good Job Lynn! I hope you like it.
I second groovy patches. I love mine!
WOW! A really NEW newbie!!! Congrats. Just keeping asking questions and never settle for a half answer. Therre’s so much to learn. Make use of the diabetes nurse educator as much as you can reach her/him. But for now, read the books that come with the pump. What kind of pump did you get? What color?
Others have mentioned nifty patches. Are they available for the QuickSet on Medtronic Paradigm 722?
Lois La Rose, Milwaukee, WI
I got minimed 722 in purple, they also sent me some cute skins, the daisy one and hot pink leopard one. Today I ran kinda high all day, the educator is calling tonight, Im sure we will figure it out
I just posted a pic, thanks everyone for your support