Frequent bg testing is still extremely important on the pump. And while the doc figures out the correct basal rate, bolts rates and correction factors a strict schedule is also important to help the doc determine the correct rates. After 3-6 months the schedule eases up. The timing and amounts of food can vary. The other Jenny is correct in saying it helps to keep diabetes from dictating the entire day's schedule. The pump can be daunting at first. When I first went on one 15 years ago I thought I would never get the hang of it and wanted to give up. I didn't give up and now I barely think about it, it's second nature. Again, it is something scary at first but it is manageable. And honestly, you couldn't pay me to give my pump up. It makes my life that much better!
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