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Type Strong was created by our founder Ryan, who lives with Type 1 Diabetes. Our primary products are adhesive patches that protect diabetes devices.

Ryan is a design engineer who loves creating amazing products that help people living with diabetes.

18/09/2025

Our products are brothers too 😮‍💨

Team Jeremiah (Tape Roll), or Conrad (Patches?)

05/09/2025

Long afternoons, a rising CGM arrow, and that 4 pm slump - you know the feeling. You want something quick and satisfying that will not send your glucose on a rollercoaster.

The good news: with a little planning, snacks for diabetics can be simple, tasty, and steady on your numbers. This guide shows you how to build better mini-meals, read your CGM patterns, and keep your sensor comfortable while you are on the move.

Discover everyday snacks for diabetics that fit busy routines. Use our ideas table, low-GI swaps, and CGM strategies to fine-tune portions and stay steady.

03/09/2025

News from the past month... 🗞️
New drug to delay T1D, pump failures, and sugar in the spotlight.

26/08/2025

STARTING TODAY, WE'RE DOUBLING OUR DONATIONS 📣

In support of Brodie Sargent's challenge to run 26 marathons in 26 days, followed by a 70.3 Ironman on day 27, we're doubling our donation to The Type 1 Foundation from 50c every purchase, to $1.

Donations will be doubled until Day 27 of Brodie's challenge.

If you need to stock up on your Type Strong supplies, the next 27 days are the time to do it. 🙌

21/08/2025

Prep for your CGM like a pro 🏆

Our new skin wipes clean the surface of your skin and leave a tacky surface for your device application.

If you haven’t tried them yet, add one to cart next purchase.

Our customers are loving them. 🙌

19/08/2025

Starting August 26, Brodie Sargent will take on an extraordinary challenge: setting the world record for the most consecutive marathons run by a Type 1 diabetic male.

That’s 42.2 km every day, for 26 days straight. And on day 27? He’s topping it off with a half Ironman. (Brodie, are you okay?)

Brodie wants to raise $26,000 for The Type 1 Foundation, and to show every person with Type 1 Diabetes, especially the shy, scared kids like he once was, that this diagnosis doesn’t define your limits.

“I feel this deeply in my bones. I don’t want anyone with T1D to think they can’t chase something big. I want to be someone they can draw strength from during their own struggles.”

His training has been relentless... not just physically, but mentally. His fuelling plan is dialled in to help keep his blood glucose levels steady as he puts his body through over 1,100 km of running in less than a month.

🏖 He’ll be running most days along the Wollongong coastline, starting near the lighthouse. Show up. Say hi. Run a few kms beside him. Every bit of encouragement helps.

For the 26 days Brodie runs, we’re doubling our donation per Type Strong purchase from 50c to $1 to The Type 1 Foundation in support. 🫶

📲 Follow Brodie’s journey:

This is what Type Strong looks like.

13/08/2025

Is your child constantly tugging at their CGM patch? 😣

You're not alone! Many kids experience itchiness or irritation, even when the patch is applied just right. Their sensitive skin and lower tolerance for discomfort can make CGM wear frustrating.

But the good news? It's a fixable problem! 💡

We talk about how to make CGM use more comfortable for your child on our blog. Head to https://www.type-strong.com/blogs/all-things-type-1 to read more.

10/08/2025

True story 🙃

08/08/2025

Libre 1, 2 or 3—each one has something going for it. But also a few things you deserve to know before committing.

That’s why we put together this no-nonsense blog comparing all three.

It’s a quick, helpful guide for:
Anyone upgrading from Libre 1 or 2
Parents wondering if Libre 3 is worth it
First-timers choosing their first CGM
It includes the pros, the trade-offs, and the actual experience behind each model—because the small details can make a big difference.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying “Wait… what’s the difference again?”, this is for you:

The Freestyle Libre 1, 2, and 3 sensors have their own set of benefits and drawbacks. Explore the pros and cons of each sensor option to make an informed dec...

06/08/2025

Shoutout to Lauren for leaving this review! We’re so happy our patches are working well for your son. 🫶

03/08/2025

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Our Story

Hi, my name is Ryan and I’m the founder of 'Type Strong'. This is my story.

It’s January 2019, I’m at my local gym and I jump on the scales for my regular check in. I look down expecting 83kg to appear… nope, 76kg.

I didn’t think too much of it to begin with and practically tried to eat my way back to normal weight. A few months passed by and my weight dropped down to 72kg. At this point I felt weak and very, very thirsty… like 600mL of water every hour thirsty! Eventually I decided to stop being stubborn and I went to see a doctor. My BGL was 44.8 mmol/L and my ketones were 3.8 mmol/L – I didn’t know what ‘normal’ levels were but the look on my doctor’s face said it all!

Some time has passed since I was first diagnosed, and I have come to realise that my story is not unique - there are millions of Type 1’s who have lived through a very similar experience. I have since learned that diabetes is relentless and plain hard work, but it doesn't mean that we have to miss out on the things that we love doing.