Hello everyone! I just wanted to let you guys know that I had my baby. He was a healthy 8 lbs even. We named him Gavin and he was born on March 30. We got home on Saturday, so we're still getting...
I always have my doctor write me a note saying I need it on board with me. Then I only show it if there is a problem. I've never had any problems with bringing it or the xrays or anything. Hope this...
I'm 26 and have been juvenile type one for 25 years now. I know I'm a little younger than what you're looking for, but I have lived my whole life with diabetes and am in excellent health! Robyn...
I too re use my lancets, I'll use one lancet for the whole day and I use the bd ultra fine 33. They are supposed to be the thinnest on the market, and they are awesome!...
I know that "normal" people, especially children can have slightly elevated sugar levels because of adrenaline. For example a worked up toddler could have a sugar reading of 10 or 12. ( this happened...
There is a cream that works really well and I believe its called udderly smooth or something to that effect. Also what worked REALLY well for me for my very dry feet was the oil of olay in shower...
Hello, just to add to what jeannie was saying about milk, there has been research suggesting that children who drink cow's milk while very young may be vulnerable to diabetes later in life. And I use...
Hi Chyro, I'm a type one in Alberta and I was just asking my doc about it. Apparently the FDA has approved it in the states and i believe the company was called exubera. It will probably still be a...
Oh, and I forgot to say one really cool thing about having diabetes and being pregnant is that I get ultrasounds every month instead of just one time! It's really neat because you get to see the baby...
Hi ragman, pregnancy isn't necessarily more complicated, but it does involve a little extra care. The hormones in the placenta can sort of reject insulin, so there is lots of testing involved and you...
Hi Ragman, I just thought I'd add a little something too. Claire gave some excellent advice! As for you second question, I'm 25 and have been type one for 24 years with ZERO complications. My A1cs...
Thank you Jeannie! My due date is April 11, and we know for sure it's a little boy. We have a little girl who is 19 months, so it will be nice to have one of each! I'll make sure I let you all know...
How old is your daughter? If she is going through puberty that could cause a spike in a non diabetic's sugars. Adrenaline can also cause a spike. Other than that I too would just keep an eye on her...
Yes, I am very happy with the company too. It just kind of scares me being type one and pregnant that it was giving me such inaccurate readings. I called them on wednesday and should hopefully be...
Hello, I was just wondering if anyone else here uses the freestyle mini and if you've had any problems with it. I've been using it for probably around six months and for the most part love it,...
I use buckley's. It does taste yucky but it usually works really well and it doesn't have all the sugar and alcohol added to it. I also drink diet gingerale....
Jeannie, HTH means hope this helps....
Jeannie, I actually use my whole vial too. I've only maybe once in 24 years had to throw one out after a month. They usually last me 1 1/2 to 2 months, they just tell you it's no good after 1, but...
I keep my open vials of insulin at room temperature all the time. I only keep my unopened ones in the fridge. The ones I keep at room temp are still good for a month. Cold insulin definitely hurts...
Hello, it's good to hear your numbers are good. I'm type one so i'm not sure if wine would affect your medicine, but it would definitely raise your sugars. I think it would probably be okay to have a...
there is a good article here: http://www.scienceblog.com/community/older/2002/B/20026767.html It talks about ketoacidosis and not enough carbs....
You have to be very careful with all protein diets such as atkins when you are a diabetic. Eating just protein can lead to burning ketones and ketoacidosis (sp?). You can be burning ketones and still...
In response to splenda raising your HgA1C, I use splenda EVERY day in my coffee, tea, baking, on my cereal, etc. I just had my HgA1C done and it was 5.4. I have been type 1 for 24 years now and have...
You could try making your own desserts and baked goods. My mom used to completely omit the sugar and add things like applesauce or raisins. For example banana bread you could put either applesauce or...
Hello everyone! I just wanted to share my good news with you. I saw my doctor today and got my A1C results, it was .54! I couldn't believe it. And I am now 20 weeks pregnant and we just found out we...
I agree with you about the tight control thing. I know my body better than most other people probably because of my diabetes. ( I am type 1) The other thing that really gets me is driver's licenses....
I always use Buckley's. It tastes pretty awful but it works and it doesn't have sugar or alcohol in it. I also use diet gingerale and my husband says to gargle with salt water. Good luck and I hope...
Maybe it's different in Canada, but I have absolutely never had a problem getting a job with diabetes. I did however have to go on medical leave during my pregnancy because they were short staffed...
Hello, I don't know about agent orange. I've been type one since I was 13 months old and I too am the ONLY one in my family with it. I was diagnosed shortly after my one year immunizations and that's...
Robert, an A1C of 5.2 is pretty much what a non diabetic would have and that is probably why they did it again just to be sure it was right. I had one of 5.7 and they tested again just to be sure it...
Hello Robert. First of all with an A1C of 5.2 I'd say keep eating what you're eating because that is an excellent number to have and obviously you are doing everything right! And second I too...
Hello, you need to just breathe! Stress plays a major role in your sugar levels, you could be doing everything right, but being stressed out could keep your sugars high. Try to relax a little and...
Hi, I've been type 1 diabetic since I was one (24 years) and I am also bipolar, but I personally don't think it is because of the diabetes. But who knows? Just email me if you want to know more. Robyn...
Hello Vikki, I myself do not know a lot about it, but if you go to womenshealth.gov and in the search bar type pcos there is a lot of good info there. Hope this helps you, Robyn...
Hello Steve, I also drink LOTS of diet pop and coffee with splenda and I haven't had any problems. I also used both ( caffeine free) throughout my pregnancy and my daughter is also perfectly fine. I...
For the shoes I bought a pair of black ones, i just don't remember whether they were nike or reebok. I didn't get orthopedic ones, just some namebrand runners....
Hello April, my name is Robyn. I'm 25 and have been type one for 24 years. I just wanted to let you know that 15 months ago I gave birth to my first very healthy baby (and she was only 8lbs 3 oz) and...
Hello. I'm only 24, but have been type 1 for 23 years. I find that every time i see a new doctor i have problems. I find them to be very pushy with what "the books" say. Now as a diabetic my body...
Hello. The only times I have to get up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom is if i'm high or pregnant. Maybe even though he's close to normal, there might still be some excess sugars...
I used to get really tingly and sore feet after working. My doctor told me to spend some money and get good orthopedic shoes. My feet haven't been tingly since! Maybe the shoes you are exercising in...
I have something called the good health eating guide poster pin-up. It is a great chart with all sorts of food and their serving size and carb counts. I got it from the dietician at the diabetic...
Anything with carbohydrates in it will raise your sugar level. Things like plain meat and eggs and certain veggies have none so you could eat all you want and your sugars wouldn't change. It's the...
I love chinese food! You just have to be careful because it can really raise your sugars....
How are your sugars when you're sweating? I sweat ALOT when my sugar is low and quite a bit when it is high too. I can always tell if i have had a low through the night because i wake up and am...
I am type 1 too! I'm 24 and was dx at 13 months....
Hello, I was dx at 13 months old. I'm now 24 and very healthy....
Hello Ginny. I too live in alberta! A lot of the pharmacies right now have a special where if you buy some test strips, you can get the tester for free. It's something to consider if you are wanting...
Your sugar readings are also more accurate when you wash your hands first....
hello, are her sugars low when she has the seizures? She could be having a hypoglycemic reaction. When I was four I sometimes reacted like that when i had low sugar reactions....
I agree, that sounds like a big dose to be taking. Sometimes taking too much insulin can have the same reaction as taking not enough, if that makes sense. You should probably go see your doc and ask...