It's been almost 30 days since we made the switch from Dexcom's G5 to G6 continuous glucose monitor or CGM system. We had a pretty positive experience for the most part, but the G6 definitely still has some kinks to work out. I'll address each and every issue we came across, list some pros and … Continue reading Dexcom G6 Review
About That A1C
What is an A1C test? A1C is shorthand for "HbA1C" or glycated hemoglobin. It is a blood test, usually done by finger prick at modern clinics and hospitals, used to diagnose diabetes and asses how well someone is managing their disease. The A1C value is a number that reflects your average blood glucose (BG) over the … Continue reading About That A1C
Swimming with T1d
It's been a late, wet, and chilly winter for those of us in Los Angeles, California. If you've read our About Us page, you would know that we were used to living in a warmer tropical climate and spent most of our days at the beach. We started using the Dexcom G5 continuous glucose monitor … Continue reading Swimming with T1d
