# Looking to organize my diabetes kit **URL:** \ **Category:** Tips, Tech & Gear\ **Created:** [August 29, 2019, 1:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215 "2019-08-29T01:51:22Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Nickyghaleb](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/5f8ce5/32.png) [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Post date:** [August 31, 2019, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/21 "2019-08-31T23:22:38Z")
How about… > **[Amazon.com : Running Buddy - "Buddy Pouch Black Mini - Small and Convenient,...](https://www.amazon.com/Running-Buddy-Convenient-Belt-Free-Lightweight/dp/B00IEF8KQ4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=running%2Bbuddy%2Bmini&qid=1567127571&s=gateway&sr=8-3)** ? 3.5 X 4 I think?? ---
**Author:** ![Jen](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/jen/32/4777_2.png) [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2019, 12:12am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/22 "2019-09-01T00:12:13Z")
Yes! That is the closest yet! I think it’s pretty similar to the meter case I’m already using, though. Ideally I’d like something like this, but a much smaller size. I think 3 x 5 that I originally described is too big…maybe 1.5 x 3 would be more like it. > **[MEC Mesh Sleeve](https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5057-866/Mesh-Sleeve)** > > Mesh Sleeve: A simple mesh sleeve with webbing loops to attach it where needed. ---
**Author:** ![Jen](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/jen/32/4777_2.png) [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2019, 1:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/23 "2019-09-01T01:25:01Z")
I found the perfect solution! Take the inner pouch (the one with the beads) out of a mini size Frio and it fits everything perfectly while still being flat. ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/fudiabetes/original/2X/c/c3ceac573862281f50baee6a245c5fcaa0bffa18.jpeg) That will at least tide me over until I can find something similar without the beads (ideally with a zipper). 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![jbowler](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/e274bd/32.png) [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2019, 2:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/24 "2019-09-01T02:17:28Z")
> [@Jen](#): > > In the past, I’ve had a small ziploc bag with I have a collection of used zip-locks, I just re-use (_not_ recycle) them. I buy on Amazon, I just keep getting them. The important point is that I do not dispose of them until they are non-functional, but then that’s pretty much the same as everything else I own; I do have a rather large collection of used, but still perfectly functional, screws. I hate the philips head because it is actually designed to ream out if the pressure is to great; once a philips head has gone the screw no longer functions as a screw. These days I am more careful with my screwdriver. BTW, this post is entirely serious. Afterthought: I am disposing of used Omnipods now, even though they contain three perfectly usable lithium cells and some electronics that I am sure could be repurposed. Dang, we can’t win by changing ourselves, we really do have to change everyone. ---
**Author:** ![Jen](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/jen/32/4777_2.png) [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2019, 2:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/25 "2019-09-01T02:58:18Z")
> [@jbowler](#): > > I have a collection of used zip-locks, I just re-use ( _not_ recycle) them. As far as I know, ziploc bags can’t be recycled. I started trying to reduce my plastic use about two years ago. I did as you are doing: just re-used ziploc bags whenever possible. The package that I had lasted me those two years, but now it’s used up, and I’d rather not buy another if I can find a solution that’s reusable. ---
**Author:** ![docslotnick](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/docslotnick/32/75_2.png) [@docslotnick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/docslotnick)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2019, 11:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/26 "2019-09-01T23:26:40Z")
Why, that’s the same kit I use. No need for pump supplies (I don’t use one) but plenty of room for needles, pen tips, meter, strips, poker, insulin pen, band aids, Neosporin, candy, extra insulin cartridge, AND an emergency lancet. Don’t leave home without it. ---
**Author:** ![jbowler](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/e274bd/32.png) [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Post date:** [September 2, 2019, 12:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/27 "2019-09-02T00:36:25Z")
> [@Jen](#): > > As far as I know, ziploc bags can’t be recycled. > **[How to Recycle Ziploc Bags – RecycleNation](https://recyclenation.com/2014/10/recycle-ziploc-bags/)** > > Find Recycling Locations, Green Living Tips and More Of course, that is “can” in the sense of “it is theoretically possible”, but since China stopped accepting US waste I agree maybe “can’t” could be more appropriate. It’s [polythene, PE](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyethylene); the simplest organic plastic there is. It’s thermoplastic, so if you heat it it turns into a big glob which is basically harmless and if you heat it enough you can burn it and gain energy. (That’s because it is just carbon and hydrogen, burning it makes CO2 and water, you can dissolve the former in the latter if you want.) If we take the time to capture it we will not have a problem. ---
**Author:** ![Jen](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/jen/32/4777_2.png) [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Post date:** [September 2, 2019, 1:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/28 "2019-09-02T01:24:38Z")
> [@jbowler](#): > > Of course, that is “can” in the sense of “it is theoretically possible”, but since China stopped accepting US waste I agree maybe “can’t” could be more appropriate. Fortunately, I’m not in the US. Our province (British Columbia) does most of its own recycling and my understanding is we’re largely unaffected by China’s decision. Your post prompted me to do some googling, and it appears that as of last year, our recycling depots are now accepting ziploc bags and other types of plastic, which is great!! I already save a bunch of plastic packaging, batteries, electronics, and other things to drop off there periodically, so it’ll be easy to add ziploc bags and things like bubble wrap to the mix. Of course, ultimately we as a society need to cut down on our use of these things. Recycling isn’t going to help the long-term problem. [https://bc.ctvnews.ca/zipper-lock-bags-candy-wrappers-can-now-be-recycled-at-b-c-depots-1.3955934](https://bc.ctvnews.ca/zipper-lock-bags-candy-wrappers-can-now-be-recycled-at-b-c-depots-1.3955934) ---
**Author:** ![daisymae](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/daisymae/32/1199_2.png) [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2019, 1:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/29 "2019-09-10T13:51:29Z")
> [@TiaG](#): > > we store our wipes/bandaids in an old altoids tin. sheer genius. i’m going to start doing this. thanks for the idea. just brilliant!!! 👏 ---
**Author:** ![ckat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/bbe5ce/32.png) [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Post date:** [September 12, 2019, 1:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/30 "2019-09-12T13:16:45Z")
I have a couple of bags I’ve designed for type 1. … you can see em here… [ThisDiabetic.com](http://ThisDiabetic.com) ---
**Author:** ![ckat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/bbe5ce/32.png) [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Post date:** [September 12, 2019, 1:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215/31 "2019-09-12T13:17:09Z")
and yes I’m a type 1. 30+ years [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-organize-my-diabetes-kit/8215.md?page=1)