New T1D Gear & Accessories For Summer 2024

Insulated Diabetes Supply Case

In my 16 years of having diabetes, this supply case is my ABSOLUTE favorite.

I used to like it when my supply case had a designated spot for everything.

PDM was velcroed in place. Test strips and lancet had a stretch band for them to fit into (which Sugar Medical has and I loved mine for years!)…but what I’ve come to realize is that I just want a small bag that everything can fit in loosely. And this bag is THAT!

It has two zippered pouches. The front pouch is insulated and that’s where i keep my insulin. Not necessarily because I’m worried about the heat ruining my insulin (see why here), but mainly because when I open my supply case to grab my PDM or low snack i don’t even want to risk my glass vial falling out. So i like that its in a small zippered pouch that i only open when I need to put on a new pod.

You can also see that this is where i’m storing a bag of baking soda because it’s summer and bee stings are inevitable and nothing works better on a bee sting than a baking soda and water paste.

The second zippered pouch is the big kahuna. This is where i store my PDM, CGM receiver, low snacks, stuff for finger pricks, my thyroid meds, chapstick, phone, and keys.

It can hold SO MUCH.

Sugar Medical is an amazing company. They’re located in my state, NH, and I met the woman who owns it and she’s a T1D too! So she truly understands our wants and needs when it comes to diabetes gear & accessories. Save 10% when you use the code: T1DLIVING

TWO NEW over the counter CGM’s by Libre!

Abbott Lingo™
Intended for the general public (think health & fitness influencers and people who want to improve their health)
Age: 18+
Duration: 14 days
Receiver/App: App Only
Readable BG range: 55-200mg/dL (meaning it won’t read BG above 200. It will only say “HIGH”)
MARD Score: I called Abbott and they don’t have this information yet. I’ll update once it’s available.
Cost: will vary pharmacy to pharmacy, but should be in-line with their other CGMs which are about $130 for 2 sensors (a 1 month supply).

Learn more about Lingo

Libre Rio™
Intended for people with Type 2 Diabetes who are not on insulin.
Age: 18+
Duration: 15 days
Receiver/App: App Only
Readable BG range: 40-400mg/dL
MARD Score: I called Abbott and they don’t have this information yet. I’ll update once it’s available.
Cost: will vary pharmacy to pharmacy, but should be in-line with their other CGMs which are about $130 for 2 sensors (a 1 month supply).

Just something to think about if you’re in a pinch and need a CGM but your RX didn’t renew.

Pump Peelz

Patriotic Peelz for your Dexcom, Libre, Pump, and more! See Full Pump Peelz Patriotic Collection

Summer 2024 Collection See Full Pump Peelz Summer Collection

Etsy Pump Covers

Speaking of pump covers, these are not technically new, but they are new to me. I ordered this pump cover off Etsy a few weeks ago and absolutely LOVE IT! I get compliments every time I wear it.

I love it when my medical devices look less medical. And this cover does exactly that.

It’s a silicone cover that pops on and off so you can reuse it over and over again.

The Esty shop who makes it is SugarFam and they have lots of colors and designs to choose from. You can also customize your own!

Insulated ROAM Sling Backpack by Sugar Medical

This ROAM insulated sling backpack is more compact than their current sling backpack but still offers multiple compartments and pockets, can be worn on the left or right shoulder, AND is fully insulated. I have their regular sling backpack and can attest to it being super comfortable and easy to wear.

Sugar Medical is an amazing company. They’re located in my state, NH, and I met the woman who owns it and she’s a T1D too! So she truly understands our wants and needs when it comes to diabetes gear & accessories. Save 10% when you use the code: T1DLIVING

Dexcom G7 Protective Case

I’m a Libre girl, but I know some of you use Dexcom. This one is for you!

This reusable silicone protective case will keep your G7 safe from impact, water, dirt, sand and whatever else you’re coming into contact with while traveling.

Just put it in, zip it up, and go!

Sugar Medical is an amazing company. They’re located in my state, NH, and I met the woman who owns it and she’s a T1D too! So she truly understands our wants and needs when it comes to diabetes gear & accessories. Save 10% when you use the code: T1DLIVING

Insulin Vial Protector – NEW COLOR!

I have written about these vial protectors before because I love them! I have the aqua one and it saved my insulin vial from shattering MANY times.
They just released a NEW COLOR: Purple Glitter!

Sugar Medical is an amazing company. They’re located in my state, NH, and I met the woman who owns it and she’s a T1D too! So she truly understands our wants and needs when it comes to diabetes gear & accessories. Save 10% when you use the code: T1DLIVING

Fanny Pack-Like bags

I love me a good fanny pack. The cool way to wear it now is like a sling, but sometimes i like to rock it around the waist, 90’s style. These bags are insulated have have compartments with T1D supplies in mind:

Insulated Convertible Supply Bag

So many colors to choose from! See it here.

Insulated Nylon Belt Bag

See inside the compartments & get more details. 

Sugar Medical is an amazing company. They’re located in my state, NH, and I met the woman who owns it and she’s a T1D too! So she truly understands our wants and needs when it comes to diabetes gear & accessories. Save 10% when you use the code: T1DLIVING

Expression Med Tape

Similar to Pump Peelz, this company also makes stickers and patches for your diabetes devices.

See the Butterfly Collection

See the Bridgerton Collection

Press on Nails to Match Your Diabetes Gear Collection.

Medtronic Simplera

2 Versions: 1 that works with Medtronic pumps for their closed loop system. The other does not.

Most people wearing this are probably going to be Medtronic users for the closed loop system.

Wear Time: 7 Days
Warm Up Period: 2 Hours
MARD Score: 10.8% (compared to Libre’s 7.9% and Dexcom’s 8.2% – the lower the MARD % the better the accuracy)

Dexcom G7 Direct to Watch

Meaning you don’t need your phone to get your BG readings! This is available for everyone in the UK and in the USA it’s being slowly released to G7 users via a “Direct to Watch” app update.