Center Parcs - things to look out for?

[Whittsend]

For the first time since diagnosis I'll be going to Center Parcs for a weekend soon and would appreciate a bit of advice. I already have waterproof patches to fit over my Libre2 device which have previously proved to be good, so no issue there for going in the pools.
However, as a Type-1 are there things I should look out for with regard to going in the sauna, steam room etc? Increased likelihood of hypos/hypers? Increased likelihood of lower blood pressure/fainting? If so, any advice on counteracting the effects?
Thanks all.

 

[trophywench]

I can manage 10 minutes in anything hot, be it a hot tub, sauna or steam room, before I start to go hypo - on the assumption I'm 5-ish when I go in. Of course if I'm higher to begin with, I can manage a bit longer.

 

[eggyg]

😉 For the first time since diagnosis I'll be going to Center Parcs for a weekend soon and would appreciate a bit of advice. I already have waterproof patches to fit over my Libre2 device which have previously proved to be good, so no issue there for going in the pools.
However, as a Type-1 are there things I should look out for with regard to going in the sauna, steam room etc? Increased likelihood of hypos/hypers? Increased likelihood of lower blood pressure/fainting? If so, any advice on counteracting the effects?
Thanks all.

I’ve not long come back from Center Parcs. My best advise is take plenty of money! Apart from that, I was concerned being in the big whirling fast part of the pool but my Libre sensor never budged and I never ever cover mine up with anything. I didn’t visit the sauna etc this time but the last time my sensor blew off in the Jacuzzi! It may have been already lose I don’t know but it was a bit embarrassing trying to catch it! So, if you do go in the Jacuzzi, be careful to check where the jets are. Enjoy, and don’t forget, plenty of money! 😉

 

[Whittsend]

Thanks for the responses (and apologies for the delay in replying!)

 

[helli]

There is a risk of hypo from a sauna. Personally, I am ok but it is something to be wary of.
Luckily, having Libre, it is easy for you to check your levels before you go in and "pop a jelly baby" (or fast acting carb of choice) to give you a buffer incase your levels fall.
The heat of a sauna may affect Libre readings. In my experience, the sensor recovers but I keep my finger pricker and meter nearby for immediately afterwards.
Take a spare Libre in case it decided to take a turn down the water slides without you.

And have a fun weekend.

 

[Whittsend]

There is a risk of hypo from a sauna. Personally, I am ok but it is something to be wary of.
Luckily, having Libre, it is easy for you to check your levels before you go in and "pop a jelly baby" (or fast acting carb of choice) to give you a buffer incase your levels fall.
The heat of a sauna may affect Libre readings. In my experience, the sensor recovers but I keep my finger pricker and meter nearby for immediately afterwards.
Take a spare Libre in case it decided to take a turn down the water slides without you.

And have a fun weekend.

Thanks for the heads-up, especially about the possibility of me & the sensor going separate ways on the water slides! 😱