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Type 1 Diabetes Must Haves
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items I was diagnosed with T1D at 14 years old and have been navigating the ups and downs for 12 years. Here are some of my favorite products and must haves that make daily life with diabetes a little more manageable.
Ever been given a full sugar soda or drink at a restaurant or fast food drive thru, even though you ordered diet? Then you are left dealing with an unexpected spike in blood sugar which can be miserable. These diet detectors strips allow you to easil...
DietDetector Strips - Detect Non-Diet Drinks - 40
This insulin cooler travel case is essential for traveling with diabetes supplies. It keeps insulin cool and has a temp indicator which makes it easy to make sure that everything is staying cool. It is TSA compliant and holds a lot of stuff without t...
suzamed Insulin Cooler Travel Case with Temp Display
These glucose gummies are a great option for raising low blood sugar quickly. The glucose is super fast acting and I prefer these over traditional glucose tabs and gels. Each gummy is about 2g of carbs so you can really customize how many gummies you...
Lifeable Glucose Gummies - Natural Flavor - 90 Gummies
I recently ordered this medical ID bracelet and I am loving it so far. I wear it every day and haven’t noticed any signs of wear. It looks cute but still serves a purpose in case of emergency. They have many different options for different medical co...
NARTGO Rose Gold Heart Medical Alert ID Bracelet
These adhesive remover wipes gently remove the left over sticky residue that stays on the skin after removing your CGM or pump. I have used this brand for awhile and they work really well and don’t irritate my skin.
Smith & Nephew Adhesive Remover Wipes 50ct
These alcohol pads are super cheap and you get 200 of them. Much more cost effective compared to prices at the store or pharmacy.
Dynarex DynaSafety Sterile Alcohol Pads - 200
Numstat works amazing to gently and quickly numb the skin before a poke. These are great for children and really helps to make site changes and injections less painful
NUMSTAT Antiseptic Numbing Wipes, 30 Pads
It is so important to keep your skin extra moisturized and this lotion does a great job. I mainly use this lotion on my feet and it helps immediately. It’s pretty thick so I prefer to put it on before bed
Gold Bond Diabetics' Dry Skin Relief Lotion
I love this smaller insulin cooling case for when I just need to throw my pens and a few supplies in my purse. It keeps everything nice and cool even in the hot AZ summers
YOUSHARES Insulin Cooler Travel Case, GLP-1 Diabetic Medicine Cooling Bag for Zepbound for Mounjaro Pen, Refrigerated Diabetes Supplies Organizer with 2 TSA Approved Ice Pack(Red) - Walmart.com
Of course I have to include the T1D barbie 💕
Barbie Fashionistas Doll #242 Barbie Doll with Type 1 Diabetes in Polka Dot Outfit with Accessories
Ketone test strips are crucial for checking for ketones in urine and preventing further issues
Prime Screen - Ketone Urine Test Strips for ketosis levels & Low-Carb Diets - 100 Tests (USA Made) - Walmart.com
One of my favorite candies that I use as a low snack that raises blood sugar quickly. I like to get the small treat packs so that I can put them in my purse for on the go.
Nerds Gummy Clusters, Rainbow Halloween Candy, 6 oz Treat Packs, 12 Count
CGM patches for the freestyle libre, which is currently the CGM that I use. These work really well and are great if you are active and struggle with having the CGM start to come off before the 15 days is over
KT Tape CGM Patch for Diabetes Management, Libre Freestyle, Beige, 10 Count
Skin tac really helps to protect the skin from adhesives and prevents irritation. It creates a barrier between the adhesive and the skin that helps it stick better and decrease irritation
Skin Tac Adhesive Barrier Wipes - Box of 50
These small cases for diabetes supplies are super cute and useful for on the go. I use these to store used pen needles, lancets, and test strips so that they can be properly disposed of when I get home. I like how it keeps everything separate and I c...
Weysat 7pcs Diabetic Travel Lancet & Storage Case