Dexcom G4 Share for a Child with Type 1 Diabetes
Managing type 1 diabetes in a child goes far beyond what’s visible to the naked eye, which is why parents are crazy about the new Dexcom G4 Share technology. If...
Crossing the Finish Line with Type 1 Diabetes
Maintaining blood sugars on a long haul – be it running, riding or whatever your favorite sport is, can be a challenge when living with Type 1 diabetes. In fact,...
Taking Type 1 Diabetes To The O.R. – My Way
I recently found myself outside of my usual hospital role – trading my scrubs for a hospital gown and taking my Type 1 diabetes on a trip to the operating...
Are Fitness Apps for People With Diabetes?
A recent article in U.S. News My Favorite Fitness App highlighted new apps, gadgets and gizmos to track and promote exercise habits. I began to wonder what percent of people...
Type 1 Diabetes – Living Between the Lines
Living with type 1 diabetes is an adventure in its own right. Some days are downright wild while others are more sedate and somewhat boring – in the blood sugar...
Dexcom G4 Platinum Continuous Glucose Monitor, a Nurse’s Review
Dexcom is a true favorite for me from not only a nursing perspective but also as a user and a parent. With the newest Dexcom G4 product, Dexcom has taken...
Dexcom’s Next Continuous Glucose Monitor, the G5
The Dexcom G4 may be new to your diabetes repertoire (perhaps you haven’t even upgraded from the Seven Plus), but Dexcom is always looking ahead. Peeking at the future of...
Kids and Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)
After six months of consecutive Dexcom use this is what I heard last week- “Mom I want to take a break from my Dex” Shoot. The list started to roll…...
Hypoglycemia- How Does it Make You Feel?
What does hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) really feel like? Most parents have no problem interpreting if a blood sugar is low, but can they discipline when their child is hypoglycemic? ...