# Pump Decision

**URL:** <https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-decision/11206>\
**Category:** Parenting a D-Child\
**Created:** [April 7, 2021, 5:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-decision/11206 "2021-04-07T17:48:55Z")\
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**Author:** ![Eric](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/eric/32/9209_2.png) [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\
**Post date:** [July 8, 2021, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-decision/11206/103 "2021-07-08T20:09:46Z")

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@elver,  
Regardless of who you get the stuff from, make sure you get some FreeStyle test strips. I can send you some if you need them.

The nice thing about using the old style PDM is the built-in meter. That way, the only thing you need to carry with you is the PDM, and some strips.

When I leave the house, all I need to carry is the PDM and this [combined lancet and strip holder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/combined-strip-and-lancet-holder/414):

 ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/fudiabetes/original/2X/7/79d9ffc9292786f9183cd47214d882693bddff88.jpeg)

Assuming you have your CGM on your phone and you are carrying the phone with you, that’s all you need.

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