Diabetes travel pack? - The DIS Discussion Forums

MapleGirl · 07-18-2008, 11:17 AM

Hi,
DH and I are going to the World in September.

He normally carries his meter (which comes in a black pouch), a bottle of insulin and a few syringes in his pockets. The trouble with this is the syringes sometimes poke him or if they are pre-filled will squirt insulin in his pocket. I'm also worried about the Florida heat's effect on the insulin. I would like to get a small case to carry everything. It can't be much bigger than the meter case (see below) or else he won't use it. Any suggestions? I've suggested he try the pen, but he really doesn't like change.

TIA!

On the flip side, I have a suggestion to offer. We got an insulated lunch box from LL Bean that he keeps all his supplies in at home. It's quite handy and keeps everything together. When we go for day trips we just throw the lunch box in the car and we're ready to roll! They have a lot of fun colors and prints and I think you get your embroidered.
http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/sto...504483-tn&np=Y
We have the orange with navy. tropical flowers

Vijoge · 07-18-2008, 12:01 PM

Doesn't he have caps on his syringes? A couple of syringes and a bottle of insulin will fit in the case you've pictured.

Talking Hands · 07-18-2008, 12:10 PM

I live in Florida and I just throw my meter bag, vials and syringes in my purse. Have not had any problem doing this. If it is really hot I will put it in an insulated lunch box and throw that in my backpack. Only thing to not do is leave it in a hot car. If you need to you can leave your supplies at First Aid and they will keep them for you in their fridge.

carrie s · 07-18-2008, 03:00 PM

I used a frio pack for my DD's insulin. The frio pack works like those cooling bands,you put it in water and the stuff inside of it turns into a gel .It worked great to keep her insulin cool.

Cheshire Figment · 07-18-2008, 06:25 PM

I would second the purchase of a Frio pack. The only US source I am aware of is www.coolerconcept.com . I use one of these when travelling and there are several other people in this forum who also use them.

Chloesmom · 07-23-2008, 12:21 PM

I would recommend the Frio pack also. They are great and not that big. Also.. i noticed he is using the One Touch. has he considered getting a OT Mini? They are super small and Dd uses one in WDW because she can slip it on her pump belt. You can get one for free at www.onetouchdiabetes.com.
Also.. i have seen clips that hold syringes in place to keep them from squirting. I don't recall where but I am thinking it had to be online somehwere.

MapleGirl · 07-23-2008, 12:59 PM

Thank you everyone! I just ordered a free mini one touch meter in green. I might give the Frio a try or put the meter and everything together in the meter case we already have.

To those who use the cute One Touch Mini meters, can you use the same test strips that you use for the One Touch Ultra?

Chloesmom · 07-23-2008, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MapleGirl

Thank you everyone! I just ordered a free mini one touch meter in green. I might give the Frio a try or put the meter and everything together in the meter case we already have.

To those who use the cute One Touch Mini meters, can you use the same test strips that you use for the One Touch Ultra?

Yes, they use the same strips.

07-18-2008, 11:17 AM	#1
MapleGirl Perpetual Planner Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston Posts: 1,013	Diabetes travel pack? Hi, DH and I are going to the World in September. He normally carries his meter (which comes in a black pouch), a bottle of insulin and a few syringes in his pockets. The trouble with this is the syringes sometimes poke him or if they are pre-filled will squirt insulin in his pocket. I'm also worried about the Florida heat's effect on the insulin. I would like to get a small case to carry everything. It can't be much bigger than the meter case (see below) or else he won't use it. Any suggestions? I've suggested he try the pen, but he really doesn't like change. TIA! On the flip side, I have a suggestion to offer. We got an insulated lunch box from LL Bean that he keeps all his supplies in at home. It's quite handy and keeps everything together. When we go for day trips we just throw the lunch box in the car and we're ready to roll! They have a lot of fun colors and prints and I think you get your embroidered. http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/sto...504483-tn&np=Y We have the orange with navy. tropical flowers __________________ MapleGirl ~Upcoming Trip to my Favorite Place~

07-18-2008, 12:01 PM	#2
Vijoge This one isn't itchy or scratchy He was a sloth This has nothing to do with Ding! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Halfway between Ding! and Google Posts: 1,929	Doesn't he have caps on his syringes? A couple of syringes and a bottle of insulin will fit in the case you've pictured. __________________ To find out when Southwest will release fares PLEASE go to www.southwest.com and click on travel tools

07-18-2008, 12:10 PM	#3
Talking Hands \|,,\|/ DEAF DISNEY LOVER Mom to 2 beautiful young ladies SIGNS TO OLDIES ON THE RADIO Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pooh's Thoughtful Place AKA SE Fla Posts: 8,685	I live in Florida and I just throw my meter bag, vials and syringes in my purse. Have not had any problem doing this. If it is really hot I will put it in an insulated lunch box and throw that in my backpack. Only thing to not do is leave it in a hot car. If you need to you can leave your supplies at First Aid and they will keep them for you in their fridge. __________________ Talking Hands \|,,\|/ DEAF Disney Lover

07-18-2008, 03:00 PM	#4
carrie s Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: I AM CANADIAN Posts: 470	I used a frio pack for my DD's insulin. The frio pack works like those cooling bands,you put it in water and the stuff inside of it turns into a gel .It worked great to keep her insulin cool. __________________ DH me : DS(13) DD (12) DS(9) DS(5) [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

07-18-2008, 06:25 PM	#5
Cheshire Figment Friend of Figment Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Poinciana, FL (20 miles to WDW) Posts: 20,478	I would second the purchase of a Frio pack. The only US source I am aware of is www.coolerconcept.com . I use one of these when travelling and there are several other people in this forum who also use them. __________________ 41 WDW Stays Totalling 321 nights between 1987 and mid-2003. Animal Kingdom Lodge; All Stars(2); Beach Club; Boardwalk Inn; Caribbean Beach (9); Contemporary Tower (13); Courtyard (2); Disney Institute; Dixie Landings; Grand Floridian; Grosvenor; Hilton; Old Key West; Polynesian; Port Orleans; Royal Plaza; Shades of Green; Wilderness Lodge; Marriott World Center (3); Other Off-Property (Other Than just 1st or last Night) (8). Now Working Part Time at Walt Disney World! (Guest Services/Ticket Sales/Turnstile Greeter) A few very helpful links which are on DisBoards: Everything About WDW Tickets and this one disABILITIES FAQs

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07-23-2008, 12:21 PM	#6
Chloesmom Mother to Princess Chloe Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 625	I would recommend the Frio pack also. They are great and not that big. Also.. i noticed he is using the One Touch. has he considered getting a OT Mini? They are super small and Dd uses one in WDW because she can slip it on her pump belt. You can get one for free at www.onetouchdiabetes.com. Also.. i have seen clips that hold syringes in place to keep them from squirting. I don't recall where but I am thinking it had to be online somehwere. __________________ Hotel Royal Plaza 90Polynesian 6/94Disney Institute Tree House 10/99Grosvenor 5/01Contemporary and AKL 5/03Pop Century 08/05 Pop Century 08/06 ALL GIRLS TRIP 06/07 AKL! 08/07 POFQ 03/08 POP 08/08 AKL POP Century 08/09 AKL 09/09 Birthday Weekend! DVC here we come!

07-23-2008, 12:59 PM	#7
MapleGirl Perpetual Planner Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston Posts: 1,013	Thanks! Thank you everyone! I just ordered a free mini one touch meter in green. I might give the Frio a try or put the meter and everything together in the meter case we already have. To those who use the cute One Touch Mini meters, can you use the same test strips that you use for the One Touch Ultra? __________________ MapleGirl ~Upcoming Trip to my Favorite Place~

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