Pregnancy and Type 1 Diabetes: Preconception through Third Trimester
Lots of preparation went into planning my pregnancy (especially diabetes related). This blog post will cover pre-conception, conception, and each trimester. Preconception Prior to becoming…
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How to fix an inaccurate Dexcom sensor and avoid sensor fails
When I insert a new sensor, 7/10 it is inaccurate and I don’t have the patience to see if it fixes itself, so I manipulate…
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Restart a Dexcom G6 Sensor
UPDATED: January 2021. I will update if this method no longer works for me. Dexcom often changes certain things to make methods no longer effective.…
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Why Standard Deviation is Important in Blood Sugar Control
Standard deviation (SD) is an incredibly important indicator of health, but what is it? SD is the variability of blood sugar values from the mean.…
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I first started the.insulin.type on Instagram to better connect with others who are living with diabetes and to give myself a sense of accountability. I eat low carb and maintain an A1C around 5%. I’m a mama of two sweet girls, and I’m happy to chat about t1d and pregnancy. #insulin4all is my passion – I believe everyone with diabetes, no matter the type, deserves access to affordable insulin and diabetes supplies. I’m also incredibly proud to say that I created the Happy Diabetic Challenge, which aims to spread awareness for people with diabetes. Thanks for reading!
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