Monthly Archives: December 2012

Random D Talk

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Shannon

I love being out and about and talking to a fellow diabetic .. that may sound weird (well, to anyone who is NOT diabetic probably) but there’s an immediate kinship/bond there.  I was doing some last minute shopping the other … Continue reading →

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Showers

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Shannon

I think I’ve noticed something lately … and I was curious how this affects other pumpers. I’m on the Medtronic (Quick Set) and so when I shower in the mornings, I disconnect and suspend my pump.  My husband might disagree … Continue reading →

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Random D places

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Shannon

I was traveling with work recently, and as I got to the TSA rep, about to go through security, I looked at my drivers license and realized it had expired 4 days earlier on my birthday. OOPS.   I was planning … Continue reading →

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Doin’ the Shake

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Shannon

This week I am 20 weeks pregnant (with twin boys)…. and still haven’t gained a single pound.   So my dr suggested I “drink my calories” if I have to.   He suggested Ensure, but I looked at those and they have … Continue reading →

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Nano vs Lite

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Shannon

I’ve used the Freestyle Lite meter for years, and due to recent insurance changes, I had to switch, so now I’m using the Accu-Chek Nano.   Thought I’d give a quick recap/review of my experience so far, now that I’ve been using … Continue reading →

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Pump sites

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Shannon

Now that I’m almost 19 weeks pregnant (with twins) … I’m having issues placing my pump. I am limited as to where to insert it – even more so than usual 😉  I’ve been diabetic for a little over 20 … Continue reading →

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Too full …

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Shannon

I am 18 weeks pregnant today (with twins, if you haven’t heard already) 😉   I still weigh less than I did before I got pregnant, but I definitely have a rapidly expanding baby belly .. how does that happen??  The only … Continue reading →

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