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    • 3 hours, 30 minutes ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I usually take 2-3 times what I think I'll need.
    • 4 hours, 12 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I always bring extra infusion sets and CGM sensors in case of accidental tear out. With Tandem pump, a charger is also essential. I forgot mine in my last weekend away. I use a Dexcom G6, so don't need to finger stick, but always bring my meter & strips just in case, and extra lancets as sometimes my non-diabetic family members like me to check their BG. I always take a vial and syringes in case of pump failure. For overnight trips also bring juice boxes/ glucose tabs and glucagon in case for lows. Hard to travel light as a T1D, especially with those GIANT Dexcom sensor inserters! 🧳🧳🧳
    • 4 hours, 28 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I usually take 2-3 times what I think I'll need.
    • 4 hours, 28 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Just did this and brought almost all of these things. Didn’t think to pack an extra transmitter tho. But, did have 3 ways of administering insulin, plus CGM and regular meter. So, I knew I was good. I choose “loaner pump” too but really it’s an old pump that still works. I actually had to use it the week before my trip for a pump failure emergency, so glad I have it.
    • 4 hours, 44 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Having been a Boy Scout when I was young taught me to be prepared for anything. I tend to over pack for everything. So, I pack just about everything listed. However, I never considered taking one of my old insulin pumps. I'll consider it. But for a 7 day trip, I'm not sure. I guess it depend upon where I'm going.
    • 4 hours, 45 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I was in Boston in 2013 when we were all confined to our hotels while they searched for the marathon bomber. I also remember 9/11 when planes were grounded. I never assume I can easily restock supplies and always take at least double the amount I'll need of everything including my backup pump. Fingers crossed that I never need it. I hope I could be one of the ones who share live saving stuff with anyone who gets caught without it.
    • 4 hours, 45 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Ughhh the extra CGM sensor is the worst. It takes up an unnecessarily large amount of space.
    • 4 hours, 47 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      It is WAY TOO MUCH stuff to be prepared away from home. Generally, half my suitcase. And even more stuff if it is a two-week trip. You missed snacks and glucose tabs.
    • 6 hours, 7 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I was in Boston in 2013 when we were all confined to our hotels while they searched for the marathon bomber. I also remember 9/11 when planes were grounded. I never assume I can easily restock supplies and always take at least double the amount I'll need of everything including my backup pump. Fingers crossed that I never need it. I hope I could be one of the ones who share live saving stuff with anyone who gets caught without it.
    • 6 hours, 7 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Ughhh the extra CGM sensor is the worst. It takes up an unnecessarily large amount of space.
    • 6 hours, 9 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I'm really surprised at the low percentages of people that take extra supplies. We don't carry an extra pump and haven't used one long enough to have old extras. But even though we are, in general, very light packers, we always make sure we have extra D-supplies, in case a sensor fails or is ripped off, a bottle of insulin gets damaged, etc. But it also depends on WHERE we are going. On an overseas trip of any length we'd always take an extra transmitter. But we'd be unlikely to take one on a domestic trip unless we were going for several weeks. We always take pens even on an overnight trip ever since my husband flew to NYC on a day trip with some buddies, his pump failed, he had not brought pens for back-up and his BG soared! I see the burden of carrying extra supplies as the price to pay for insurance that nothing will actually fail.
    • 6 hours, 10 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Glucose tabs and snacks.
    • 6 hours, 10 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I take twice as much pods, CGM supplies as I know I will need. It is a pain to carry all that junk but necessary. We never know when a pod or sensor will fail. I also take syringes just in case my pump fails which it never has in the almost three decades I have used one. I also carry a few Baqsimi just in case I have a severe low. I carry more insulin than I know I will need since I broke a bottle once when overseas and almost ran out on another foreign trip.
    • 6 hours, 11 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      A while back I went to the UK for a choir tour. I had just acquired a CGM, a G4 Platinum, specifically as a safety measure for the trip. I don't bring second meter any more, but this was before the Dexcom was trusted for bolusing, so I was still meter-dependent and felt I needed an extra just in case. As it turned out I DID need it, but not for myself. There was another, newly dx'd, T1 on the trip and she lost her meter when she left her bag on the bus or some such. So I was able to come to the rescue. It was possible to buy a replacement of course but European/Brit ones are calibrated in moles rather than mL so that was still a glitch--she used mine for the remainder of the trip.
    • 6 hours, 11 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Just did this and brought almost all of these things. Didn’t think to pack an extra transmitter tho. But, did have 3 ways of administering insulin, plus CGM and regular meter. So, I knew I was good. I choose “loaner pump” too but really it’s an old pump that still works. I actually had to use it the week before my trip for a pump failure emergency, so glad I have it.
    • 6 hours, 13 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      It is WAY TOO MUCH stuff to be prepared away from home. Generally, half my suitcase. And even more stuff if it is a two-week trip. You missed snacks and glucose tabs.
    • 9 hours, 9 minutes ago
      TEH likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Skin prep pads.
    • 9 hours, 9 minutes ago
      TEH likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Glucose tabs and snacks.
    • 9 hours, 10 minutes ago
      TEH likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Additional (i.e. beyond what I usually carry with me) glucose tablets and a dose of Baqsimi.
    • 9 hours, 10 minutes ago
      TEH likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I usually take 2-3 times what I think I'll need.
    • 9 hours, 56 minutes ago
      Flo Bachrach likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I take twice as much pods, CGM supplies as I know I will need. It is a pain to carry all that junk but necessary. We never know when a pod or sensor will fail. I also take syringes just in case my pump fails which it never has in the almost three decades I have used one. I also carry a few Baqsimi just in case I have a severe low. I carry more insulin than I know I will need since I broke a bottle once when overseas and almost ran out on another foreign trip.
    • 10 hours, 24 minutes ago
      Jeff Marvel likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      Having been a Boy Scout when I was young taught me to be prepared for anything. I tend to over pack for everything. So, I pack just about everything listed. However, I never considered taking one of my old insulin pumps. I'll consider it. But for a 7 day trip, I'm not sure. I guess it depend upon where I'm going.
    • 10 hours, 25 minutes ago
      Jeff Marvel likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I was in Boston in 2013 when we were all confined to our hotels while they searched for the marathon bomber. I also remember 9/11 when planes were grounded. I never assume I can easily restock supplies and always take at least double the amount I'll need of everything including my backup pump. Fingers crossed that I never need it. I hope I could be one of the ones who share live saving stuff with anyone who gets caught without it.
    • 10 hours, 26 minutes ago
      Jeff Marvel likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I agree that it depends on where the trip is. My decision point is how long would it take to get replacement supplies and what are the effects of a delay. I’m MDI Tresiba which lasts >24 hours, which significantly reduces the urgency to replace background insulin. For NYC, I brought nothing extra. For my trip to a third world country- I brought one, and only one, extra of each supply including a CGM receiver. Dexcom wasn’t available where I went and I worried if something happened to my phone, I wouldn’t be able to download the software if I bought a replacement phone.
    • 10 hours, 26 minutes ago
      Jeff Marvel likes your comment at
      If you were to go on a 7-day trip away from home, which of the following supplies would you bring, in addition to what you would normally use in 7 days? Select all that apply to you.
      I'm really surprised at the low percentages of people that take extra supplies. We don't carry an extra pump and haven't used one long enough to have old extras. But even though we are, in general, very light packers, we always make sure we have extra D-supplies, in case a sensor fails or is ripped off, a bottle of insulin gets damaged, etc. But it also depends on WHERE we are going. On an overseas trip of any length we'd always take an extra transmitter. But we'd be unlikely to take one on a domestic trip unless we were going for several weeks. We always take pens even on an overnight trip ever since my husband flew to NYC on a day trip with some buddies, his pump failed, he had not brought pens for back-up and his BG soared! I see the burden of carrying extra supplies as the price to pay for insurance that nothing will actually fail.
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    Do you feel that your blood sugar patterns are different during times of the year when there are fewer hours of daylight, compared to when there are more hours of daylight? If yes, tell us how in the comments!

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    21 Comments

    1. Ahh Life

      Back in the days when I was snow skiing, which uses gazillions of calories per hour, the BG patterns had to be re-managed. But at an older age now, nah, not much difference. ≧◠‿◠≦✌

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    2. Clare Fishman

      More hours of daylight = summer when I am biking and playing tennis. Less hours of daylight = winter when I am hibernating except for the occasional foray out for food. So yes there is a noticeable difference in blood sugar and insulin use patterns.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    3. connie ker

      I answered slight difference because I am not exercising like I did in the summertime and could walk until 9:30pm. I am one who would not vote for daylight savings time because the change of the clocks brings change in the bio rhythms.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    4. Sherolyn Newell

      I think the difference comes from activity level as well. I tend to get sleepy soon after it gets dark. That means in the winter, I am not very active after dinner. I think that causes some night time high levels.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    5. Matt Trenton

      I get crushed by daylight changes as well as impending precipitation or large weather changes. Uber low as weather approaches, followed by highs once it because raining/snowing.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    6. Nevin Bowman

      Yes, there is a difference for me. I have to make a conscious effort to get exercise over winter when I’m cooped up inside most of the time.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    7. Pat Pitarra

      Everything effects me, temperature, driving in the rain (severe drops), time change…

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    8. Ernie Richmann

      I’m not really sure. I am making an effort to control my blood sugar levels by adjusting diet and exercising through out the day. While it is true that I am slightly less active during the winter months, I have alternate ways of exercising like riding a bike on on stand in my basement, using resistance bands, walking the stairs. I want to get back to taking exercise classes at the Y but will wait for safer times. I wanted to make a presentation on diabetes at a Lions Winter retreat but I just cancelled- just to risky right now even with the lodge and participants taking precautions.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    9. Mary Ann Sayers

      I’ve always had no blood sugar pattern any time of the year! for 66 years!!! Actually, right now, I’m running very high bgs and I have no idea why! I’ve been quarantined for 10 months and live in a rest home. Meals are served by staff in our rooms, I choose my food and amounts, so I can’t blame the high bgs on that. Since the high bgs have happened only this last week, (my test for covid-19 was negative) I think my body’s metabolism is screwing up the works!!!

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    10. Lawrence Stearns

      My blood sugars change periodically, usually with the seasons. Normally, I have to increase my insulin in the winter time. When I notice a pattern change in my blood sugars, I adjust my basals or boluses. It’s an art.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    11. Abigail Elias

      My blood glucose patterns are highly dependent on physical activity level so shoveling snow affects insulin demand and calculations regardless of whether it’s midday in bright sun or before dawn in the dark.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    12. Beckie McCammitt

      More insulin resistant in the winter- not sure if it’s related more to the weather or daylight

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    13. Kristine Warmecke

      Yea! Mine are much better this time of year. My body is intolerant of temps above 70 degrees, so I end to hibernate during summer. Right now I’m out enjoying my walks with my dogs. Just need some snow here!

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    14. Sue Herflicker

      I always have to change my basils after daylight savings time is over. I am active most days during the summer, swimming in the pool, going to the beach, horseback riding, gardening, walking, as soon as it starts getting dark early that all stops and its time to up the basil … being LADA, exercise makes a huge difference in how much insulin I need. If I work in the yard all day raking leaves or am active I can usually get by with just my basil for the day and not even have to bolus for food, and I can eat anything!!! Love it!!

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    15. ConnieT1D62

      I am more active for longer periods in the warmer months when daylight is the majority of a 24 hour time span. During the winter months my energy seems to dwindle when the sun goes down. I dislike daylight savings time. IMHO it is a waste of energy that really does not serve the greater good of the majority. It is inconvenient and wreaks havoc on the sleep schedules of people who work overnight shifts in healthcare and other businesses whose employees work from 11 pm to 7 am or 12 m to 8 am.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    16. Molly Jones

      My CGM reports do not show any different seasonal trends and I do not notice any myself. I am not fond of the sun and tend to stay indoors if it is above room temperature outside as my body’s thermostat doesn’t seem to work well, probably due to my thyroid issues.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    17. ANN GALLUZZO

      With me, it happens, and I am 100% sure that it does, because I eat the same breakfast and lunch every day of the year. But the blood sugar rise when there is less sun has nothing to do with daylight. It is entirely correlated with how warm or cold I am. When we have a cold day in October, I need more insulin. If we have a warm day in December, I need less. And if I visit someone who keeps their thermostat high in winter, I need far less insulin than I would at home. Someone needs to consider all factors, not just the number of daylight hours. Some people keep their home or work a constant 75 degrees year ’round, so they would not have the increased or decreased insulin requirement that I do.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    18. Donal Conway

      My BS reads in the last three months have become very erratic mainly going very high after breakfast in which carbs total is nearly always the same & I always take the same amount of Act Rapid. About 1.5-2hrs later my BGS jumps to 14-18mmols & I have to take more units of short acting along with jumping on to the Treadmill for 20 mins or so, if the weather is dry or good outsise in the garden where I would go & cut some firewood from the overgrown trees there, I did that same thing in the Summer but not as much, because we were preparing for the sale of the house which is happening right now. My diabetes Consultant would not allow me to increase the morning insulsin but I have to make the corrections anyway as I have been doing for the last thirty of the fifty years I have been a person with diabetes.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    19. René Wagner

      During DST, I tend to be outside working in the yard and enjoying the outdoors until dark. Standard time, it’s cold and dark early, so not out or active as much. I live in Florida and Houston areas.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    20. Mark Fuller

      It is a function of the time I can spend outside working on the house and yard.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    21. Debbie Kolterman

      I do gardening and am less active with less daylight.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply

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