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What Is ‘Type Strong’ and How Can It Help You?

Living with diabetes means constant juggling – your numbers, your food, your tech, and your mindset. Some days you fe...

June 02, 2025

Do You Really Need a Patch for Your CGM? A Beginner's Guide

Right, so here's the honest truth. Most CGMs - your Dexcom G7, Freestyle Libre, all that lot - they come with perfect...

May 30, 2025

Can You Use Our Dexcom Patches on Libre Sensors? Can You Mix and Match?

Right, so you've got our Dexcom patches sitting in your drawer, but you're wearing a Libre sensor. Or maybe it's the ...

May 29, 2025

Can You Use CGM Patches on Hairy Skin? Here's What You Need to Know

Right, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the hair on your arm. You've got your new CGM sen...

May 28, 2025

How to Tell if Your CGM Patch is Causing a Reaction?

I've been there - you peel off your CGM sensor after 10 days and there's this angry red mark that just won't go away....

May 27, 2025

Medtronic CGM Patches: What’s Available and What Actually Works?

If you use a Medtronic CGM like the Guardian Connect or Guardian 4, you already know how helpful the tech can be for...

May 26, 2025

Dexcom G7 Overpatches: What They Are and Why You Might Need One

The Dexcom G7 is one of the most advanced CGMs on the market. It’s slim, accurate, and completely disposable—making ...

May 23, 2025

How Celebrities Like Halle Berry Use CGMs (and What You Can Learn)

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have transformed the way people manage diabetes, but they’re not just medical tool...

May 22, 2025

Why Athletes and Active Users Always Keep Spare CGM Patches

When you're pushing your body to the limit, you can't afford to worry about your CGM sensor falling off. Whether you'...

May 21, 2025

The Truth About Pre-Cut vs. DIY Patch Styles

If you wear a CGM or infusion set every day, you’ve probably noticed that adhesive wear is not one-size-fits-all. The...

May 20, 2025

Omnipod 5: Do You Need a Special Patch?

Unsure if you need a patch for your Omnipod 5? The Omnipod 5 has changed the game for many. With its tubeless design ...

May 19, 2025

How Long Should a CGM Patch Last? What to Expect

If you’ve ever had a CGM patch peel off before your sensor cycle was finished, you’re not alone. Knowing what affects...

May 16, 2025

Your First Freestyle Libre Sensor? Read This First

Dear Past Me, Starting Your First Sensor… You’re nervous — I remember. The Freestyle Libre sensor you’re holding feel...

May 15, 2025

The Bundle Advantage: Why Smart CGM Users Buy in Bulk

When you rely on a CGM every day, patches aren’t just accessories - they’re what hold everything together. And if you...

May 14, 2025

Dexcom G7 Users: Why Regular Patches Don’t Always Work

If you've recently switched to the Dexcom G7 and your sensor keeps peeling early, you’re not alone. Many users discov...

May 12, 2025

5 Signs Your CGM Patch Is Too Weak for Daily Life

Your CGM or infusion set works 24/7 — but if your patch doesn’t, everything else is at risk. A patch that peels, slip...

May 09, 2025

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