one year with type 1 diabetes

i can't believe i've had type 1 diabetes for over a year! crazy how fast time flies
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1:40 A1C
3:00 what insulin i'm using
3:54 CGM - i'm on dexcom now!
4:30 am i going on pump?
5:53 absorption issues :/
7:57 realizing that my life doesn't have to revolve around diabetes
10:40 how i got more comfortable with giving myself insulin
11:48 final thoughts
if you want to watch more of my videos about my experience with type 1 diabetes, you can find them in a playlist here
• the diabetes diaries
instagram @sarahpriscilla_

[@elhanissa7018]

Hey girl ! Been a T1D for over ten years. Just recently started on a pump, and tbh I had waaaay better control with MDI’s. So don’t feel bad about not starting on it. I’m thinking of going back to MDI’s

[@chrisman867]

hell, I started on vials of Insulin and Syringes.

[@chrisman867]

on Insulin Pens now

[@ThePJmommy]

Nice to see an update from you. I went on the T:slim in Sept after Covid halted my March date. I am right now dealing with what you are saying. I had a scary low in Dec. and now I'm terrified to give myself too much insulin. Also, yes, try the longer needles. I was using 4mm on Pens, but my infusion sets are 6mm. I take less now than I did. I'm also more sensitive it seems to insulin again, which plays with my fears again. Hope you find a new Endo soon!

[@sarahpriscilla_]

diabetes is always such a rollercoaster! i’m glad you got on pump and i hope it works well for you! and thank you :)

[@babytigtig3795]

A1C of 5.4 is really good. Could you give details of how you manage it so well? Are you on a low carb diet?

[@SimplyMarTv]

When u went on walks how long did u walk or did it take to lower it? Did u try cinnamon or other natural stuff to help lower it at all?

[@karendee5221]

Nice video, for monitoring my glucose values I use Nightrider CGM with Libre sensor. I am able to get alarms for out of range readings, share readings with my endo and caregivers. It's the best method of tracking exercise, diet, and other activities on one platform..

[@sarahstone8824]

My boyfriend just got diagnosed with diabetes type 1- diabetic ketoacidosis do you have any tips for me? How can I help him/be supportive? Anything I should watch out for?

[@nazibhimel4674]

I want to watch more diabetic lifestyle of yours.

[@kristymarie6065]

You should definitely get on the tslimx2 pump. My daughter has been on it for 3 yrs. diabetic for 10..... I HIGHLY recommend the tslimx2... it has the Cgm with it . GAME CHANGER. Shots did not agree with my daughter we could never get it in range

[@sarahpriscilla_]

that sounds awesome, i’m super glad that it works so well for her! i’ve been trying to get on pump pretty much since i was diagnosed, but unfortunately with the pandemic and everything, a lot of things have been delayed. i may not be able to get on it for another few months but i’m super excited for it!

[@kristymarie6065]

@@sarahpriscilla_ when you do check out the tslimx2!! It’s so cool!

[@Neurodivergent_Nat]

My older sister was diagnosed with type 1.5 in August 2019. Had similar symptoms as you...I enjoy your videos. Keep them up! :)

[@sarahpriscilla_]

i hope she’s doing okay now! and thank you!

[@ArchiOTCB]

I hate insulin absorbtion too

[@chrisholicek7451]

Are you ever making anymore videos in 2023?

[@Cat-xs7xh]

I have diabetes for 5 years😁