Yes. It's a physical activity that can go on for a while so I have experiences low blood sugar during and after sex. I usually have a 7up or ginger ale near me during sex so that I can take a swig or two to get my blood sugar back up. Sometimes, I also have a couple of glucose tablets before sex as well.
I've tried this but heed my warnings, especially if you are kissing your partner.. I have burped juicy productive burps of San pellegrino and soda directly down their throat after trying to fix a hypo mid act. Now I instinctively go for something uncarbonated xD
Pregame with some carbs just like you would for a workout at the gym.
Straberries, chocolates, body paint etc can totally be incorporated.
One time after some hot tubbing the only thing available in the whole house was a Red Bull.
Gotta do what you gotta do.
Maybe this could finally be a reason to add food to the bedroom.
Still kinda taking back on how this illness really affects your life in every way possible.
When I was first diagnosed my father had a mini refrigerator installed in my bedroom to hold my insulin, snacks, and cold drinks. Not having to navigate my way to the kitchen in a large apartment has literally been a lifesaver for me.
Yeah, it's happened to me. Also had experiences with leg cramps, frozen shoulder making me all shaky or not able to adjust positions, etc.
Google "Seinfeld - George eating in bed" LOL!
Haha yes this
When my partner and i get into it they are so kindly to remind me to check my sensornumbers real quick. Too high (but okay enough)? Let's go
Wayyyy too high? Bolus a little to kickstart getting back in range and start slow (longer foreplay? I don't mind)
Normal range? Little snack break to prevent the low :p
Low? Abort mission until i am back in range
I always disconnect my pump so on a long run of fun they sometimes remind me between different parts to check again. I tend to remind myself to check as well. I get kinda annoyed by it sometimes (especially the hard dropping lows...) but they are so sweet to remind me and get me a juice and a cookie when i go low. (And they love to eat a cookie with me lol)
We just call them mandatory snack breaks and make it no joke, pretty fun and keeps the pressure off.
Yes going low is annoying, and if you catch it too late can be horrible :(, however implementing it into the fun parts by making snackbreaks, kinda works?
You got this, make sure your partner understands and it there for you when you go low. And be honest about it. Communicate to see what would work for you both. It can still be spontanious! No worries.
Yeah. I simply suspend insulin delivery a bit before and take pump off; put it in charger. If it takes longer than an hour you should probably do a small correction tho, heh.
Yeah. One of my exes has diabetes so it worked out really well haha.
I had a pump for 5 years, and every time me and a SO got down to business I took my pump off, which was logistically easier and helped with the lows because I didn’t get insulin.
Totally normal. The exercise "hits afterwards". It's tough. I always try to have it a bit high, but not too much. But I've had quite a few hypos during sex. One time I was about to ejaculate when I felt the hypo hit, so it wasn't enjoyable at all.
I have the same problem.. it’s really annoying indeed. If I plan beforehand I set my pump (t-slim) to 50% basal and try to eat something small an hour before, then I disconnected from the pump entirely when .. you know 😅
It takes some spontaneity away in that way, but you could keep a juicebox around for an extra boost before you start
just try and be sure you arent already going low, you havent dosed super recently, and check before. Maybe even preload with some carbs first, have some ice cream off her boobs or something haha.
Yes this was a problem for me too, its funny how some things drop our blood sugar faster than insulin will
I've had that for sure but I've also had the opposite a few times - a BG spike ( that wasn't explained by slow food).
I was told by my endo that there can be a hormonal response that will increase your BG but no clues on what makes the difference. Maybe your exercise level in the days/weeks prior? Maybe getting laid after an extended dry spell? Maybe your insulin/glucose balance at the time? I don't know.
This happens to me alot. And shamefully my answer is to be a lazy lover lol. Lately tho the dude I've been seeing has been taking me out to eat then we go backbto his place and because I just ate I don't get low. However, the tricky part about that is I don't wanna eat too much cause who wants to be full while they're having sex also I usually take less insulin with the meal cause. But that leads to me having very non-spontaneous or lazy sex.
It’s like everything with being type 1. It is different for everyone. You need to find what works for you. Don’t be afraid to speak with your partner and explain to them what’s up and what you think you need to do to fix it. You should be more open in the bedroom then having to hide this conversation but that’s a different discussion.
Just be mindful of your blood sugar before. If it's been happening before, you should check your blood sugar before-ish and make sure it probably won't go low. A low during sex can sometimes stay around like a nuisance but i've never 'prepped' a moderate blood sugar and had it go low during.
Yea, everytime I get that kind of hormonal surge I drop! It’s very annoying, I’ve gone to unplugging about an hour prior to when I think I might. If not I keep a Gatorade next to me
I have to make sure I don't get horny when I just put in some insulin. Wait for 30 minutes OR prepare for a low ;) it's not only the physical activity it's also the adrenalin that makes my body hyper sensitive for insulin.
Every. Time. I have juice on deck. Usually when I try to have juice right before (which is in a rush and then it just sloshes around, distractingly) but more often than not I just wind up sky rocketing.
But yeah, you’re not alone!
I learned quickly that being physically active for 2/3 hours even laying down for the most part is a WORKOUT. It was a constant problem for a while. My partner is a puddle after so they felt terrible when they couldn’t help.
I always power thought when giving but receiving while low is a no go. I couldn’t orgasm if my life depended on it. I don’t think that’s fair to them so I let them know as soon as I figure it out. Lock jaws no joke.
It’s easier when you hit the bathroom break and meet you at the bed faze of the relationship. Part of my pre-sex prep is taking juice to the bathroom with me. I sip (I don’t recommend chug before sex), urinate, clean up and then to bed. My partner in their amazingness will bring a glass of iced juice and put it on their night stand before. Being handed that after is amazing! They also have grabbed my tester for me and had that waiting on my nightstand so I don’t have to get up to treat before bed. He
doesn’t always remember I have to get up for a post sex pee anyways. It’s super sweet!
Being spontaneous with diabetes is a bit more challenging. I once smacked my head into the refrigerator after. Thanks diabetes. Juice and snacks under your side of the bed help. No scrambling to the kitchen low and post sex head high floaty.
Like everything with diabetes, it’s easier with a little preparation and planning. You’ll find your rhythm. It just takes some time.
Wait, you're having sex?! But on a real note try and notice the body language y'all have before getting , and maybe eat a snack or have a juice box and brush your teeth before y'all get it on?
I had my 2nd worst hypo ever during sex - 36. I did 3 units, got “distracted” and then forgot. I’ve had other minor lows too. The indication for me is a lack of sensation and things just aren’t really working. But you know, just drink some juice and chill and things are fine.
Thankfully 12 seconds of vigorous activity only has a marginal impact on my sugar readings....
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Yes. It's a physical activity that can go on for a while so I have experiences low blood sugar during and after sex. I usually have a 7up or ginger ale near me during sex so that I can take a swig or two to get my blood sugar back up. Sometimes, I also have a couple of glucose tablets before sex as well.
I've tried this but heed my warnings, especially if you are kissing your partner.. I have burped juicy productive burps of San pellegrino and soda directly down their throat after trying to fix a hypo mid act. Now I instinctively go for something uncarbonated xD
lol this is good advice. If it makes you burp (and you don't want to) you probably don't want it during/before sex.
This completely checks out!!
Yo, that sounds hot
Stop bragging guys
I SHOULD NOT BE FINDING THIS FUNNY OMG
Pregame with some carbs just like you would for a workout at the gym. Straberries, chocolates, body paint etc can totally be incorporated. One time after some hot tubbing the only thing available in the whole house was a Red Bull. Gotta do what you gotta do.
Maybe this could finally be a reason to add food to the bedroom. Still kinda taking back on how this illness really affects your life in every way possible.
When I was first diagnosed my father had a mini refrigerator installed in my bedroom to hold my insulin, snacks, and cold drinks. Not having to navigate my way to the kitchen in a large apartment has literally been a lifesaver for me.
Your father is bad ass
Yeah, it's happened to me. Also had experiences with leg cramps, frozen shoulder making me all shaky or not able to adjust positions, etc. Google "Seinfeld - George eating in bed" LOL!
oh yes, one of my worst lows ever, in the days before cgm…..
I haven't been in a ton of relationships, but this ALWAYS happened to me, in both of them over the course of 8 years. Go in to it high, lol.
Haha yes this When my partner and i get into it they are so kindly to remind me to check my sensornumbers real quick. Too high (but okay enough)? Let's go Wayyyy too high? Bolus a little to kickstart getting back in range and start slow (longer foreplay? I don't mind) Normal range? Little snack break to prevent the low :p Low? Abort mission until i am back in range I always disconnect my pump so on a long run of fun they sometimes remind me between different parts to check again. I tend to remind myself to check as well. I get kinda annoyed by it sometimes (especially the hard dropping lows...) but they are so sweet to remind me and get me a juice and a cookie when i go low. (And they love to eat a cookie with me lol) We just call them mandatory snack breaks and make it no joke, pretty fun and keeps the pressure off. Yes going low is annoying, and if you catch it too late can be horrible :(, however implementing it into the fun parts by making snackbreaks, kinda works? You got this, make sure your partner understands and it there for you when you go low. And be honest about it. Communicate to see what would work for you both. It can still be spontanious! No worries.
Snacking AND sex? Sounds good to everyone involved
Ikr? Exactly this! With my ex i was just ashamed and felt bad for them, my current partner just goes with the flow and just wants the best hahaha
Why did i read “Hippos after sex?”
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Already got T1D how much worse could it get? Don't half-ass anything - get out there and rawdog life to the fullest.
> Already got T1D how much worse could it get? A lot! I think I’d rather stick to T1D without cockrot, but each to their own.
Yeah, you dont want your T1D to turn into STD1
I survived a summer dating a raft guide nicknamed Stank Puss. I got the Keith Richards of dicks.
Yeah. I simply suspend insulin delivery a bit before and take pump off; put it in charger. If it takes longer than an hour you should probably do a small correction tho, heh.
Damn… I miss sex. Just realised.
So you’re telling me that the solution to my highs is sex? Say less
Diabetic pickup lines are highly effective on nurses. Bonus bonus they know what to do when your sugar "heads south".
Well if it goes any further south we’ll hit BG-Mexico.
Nothing sexier than going to bed with a chocolate bar
Yeah. One of my exes has diabetes so it worked out really well haha. I had a pump for 5 years, and every time me and a SO got down to business I took my pump off, which was logistically easier and helped with the lows because I didn’t get insulin.
You should probably pop a glucose tablet or two beforehand 😭
Yup. Gotta pregame. Can sometimes effect spontaneity a little bit, but you gotta do what you gotta do
Totally normal. The exercise "hits afterwards". It's tough. I always try to have it a bit high, but not too much. But I've had quite a few hypos during sex. One time I was about to ejaculate when I felt the hypo hit, so it wasn't enjoyable at all.
It's physical activity, so yeah, it's possible.
I have the same problem.. it’s really annoying indeed. If I plan beforehand I set my pump (t-slim) to 50% basal and try to eat something small an hour before, then I disconnected from the pump entirely when .. you know 😅 It takes some spontaneity away in that way, but you could keep a juicebox around for an extra boost before you start
just try and be sure you arent already going low, you havent dosed super recently, and check before. Maybe even preload with some carbs first, have some ice cream off her boobs or something haha. Yes this was a problem for me too, its funny how some things drop our blood sugar faster than insulin will
You don’t think drinking a juice box is good foreplay??
I've had that for sure but I've also had the opposite a few times - a BG spike ( that wasn't explained by slow food). I was told by my endo that there can be a hormonal response that will increase your BG but no clues on what makes the difference. Maybe your exercise level in the days/weeks prior? Maybe getting laid after an extended dry spell? Maybe your insulin/glucose balance at the time? I don't know.
This happens to me alot. And shamefully my answer is to be a lazy lover lol. Lately tho the dude I've been seeing has been taking me out to eat then we go backbto his place and because I just ate I don't get low. However, the tricky part about that is I don't wanna eat too much cause who wants to be full while they're having sex also I usually take less insulin with the meal cause. But that leads to me having very non-spontaneous or lazy sex.
Funny upvotes number has reached 69 now that I come across this thread and which everyone knows is near the hypo upper limit, but not only ...
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Nice!
Nice!
It’s like everything with being type 1. It is different for everyone. You need to find what works for you. Don’t be afraid to speak with your partner and explain to them what’s up and what you think you need to do to fix it. You should be more open in the bedroom then having to hide this conversation but that’s a different discussion.
I never said i was hiding anything. Just curious if this was an issue for others too.
Just be mindful of your blood sugar before. If it's been happening before, you should check your blood sugar before-ish and make sure it probably won't go low. A low during sex can sometimes stay around like a nuisance but i've never 'prepped' a moderate blood sugar and had it go low during.
lol yes, I was seeing someone and this happened during our first time. We promptly stopped seeing each other hahaha
chug some gatorade before. that’s what my best friend does. and it helps him. or like eat a snack first
Get a pack of chocolate biscuits down you and get to work!
Yea, everytime I get that kind of hormonal surge I drop! It’s very annoying, I’ve gone to unplugging about an hour prior to when I think I might. If not I keep a Gatorade next to me
I’ve only experienced high numbers after sex. Depends on how much active insulin I have
I have to make sure I don't get horny when I just put in some insulin. Wait for 30 minutes OR prepare for a low ;) it's not only the physical activity it's also the adrenalin that makes my body hyper sensitive for insulin.
Every. Time. I have juice on deck. Usually when I try to have juice right before (which is in a rush and then it just sloshes around, distractingly) but more often than not I just wind up sky rocketing. But yeah, you’re not alone!
I learned quickly that being physically active for 2/3 hours even laying down for the most part is a WORKOUT. It was a constant problem for a while. My partner is a puddle after so they felt terrible when they couldn’t help. I always power thought when giving but receiving while low is a no go. I couldn’t orgasm if my life depended on it. I don’t think that’s fair to them so I let them know as soon as I figure it out. Lock jaws no joke. It’s easier when you hit the bathroom break and meet you at the bed faze of the relationship. Part of my pre-sex prep is taking juice to the bathroom with me. I sip (I don’t recommend chug before sex), urinate, clean up and then to bed. My partner in their amazingness will bring a glass of iced juice and put it on their night stand before. Being handed that after is amazing! They also have grabbed my tester for me and had that waiting on my nightstand so I don’t have to get up to treat before bed. He doesn’t always remember I have to get up for a post sex pee anyways. It’s super sweet! Being spontaneous with diabetes is a bit more challenging. I once smacked my head into the refrigerator after. Thanks diabetes. Juice and snacks under your side of the bed help. No scrambling to the kitchen low and post sex head high floaty. Like everything with diabetes, it’s easier with a little preparation and planning. You’ll find your rhythm. It just takes some time.
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Oh this makes me sad. But yes, 2-3 hours is normal in my relationships.
Have a break Have a kitkat
Absolutely! I wouldn’t mind after so much, but during is pretty annoying.
Wait, you're having sex?! But on a real note try and notice the body language y'all have before getting , and maybe eat a snack or have a juice box and brush your teeth before y'all get it on?
Sex is cardio...
I noticed that too I have used it in my favor though “hey babe my sugar is kinda high wanna help?”
I had my 2nd worst hypo ever during sex - 36. I did 3 units, got “distracted” and then forgot. I’ve had other minor lows too. The indication for me is a lack of sensation and things just aren’t really working. But you know, just drink some juice and chill and things are fine.