Andrew Chooses A Pump

Once Andrew decided that he wanted a pump, he had to go to another carb counting class. learn about the different pumps, wear a site for 3 days, carb count for 2 weeks, and pick a pump. The nurse encouraged the kids to pick since they are the ones who have to wear it. I was happy that he wanted the Animas Ping. It uses the smallest units of insulin, allowing for great precision. It is the only one that comes with a meter that works as a remote control. It is fantastic! When he needs a bolus for high BG during the night, we can use the meter to give it rather than try to dig the pump out of his pocket. It's also great when we are still carb counting and he wants to play. When we're finished counting, we just "zap" him!