Pod Wear Tips

In this hub we are here to provide you with comprehensive guidance on Pod Placement, adhesion tips and site preparation to ensure you get the most out of your Omnipod® System. Explore our resources to discover effective strategies, avoid common pitfalls, and maintain the reliability and comfort of your Pods every day.

Adhesion Guide

These tips from other Podders, healthcare professionals and Certified Pod Trainers can help to keep your Pod secure. From site preparation and common challenges like oily skin and body hair to available products to help the Pod stick, this guide has everything you need to keep your Pod securely in place.

Pod Placement Guide

Learn about all the places on your body the Pod can go, as well as placement techniques for best results. Learn about rotating sites for best insulin absorption, Pod positioning, “pinching up,” and more.

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Pod Placement Guide

Learn about all the places on your body the Pod can go, as well as placement techniques for best results. Learn about rotating sites for best insulin absorption, Pod positioning, “pinching up,” and more.

PodPals® Omnipod
Adhesive Overlays

Looking for additional adhesion support during the summer months, sports or water activities? We’ve got you covered. Try PodPals, an adhesive overlay accessory for the Pod, developed by the Omnipod Team.

Having Trouble with Your Pod?

If you are having trouble keeping your Pod in place or experiencing issues with your placement site, contact our 24/7 support team today for assistance.

More Tips from Podders Like You

Explore inspiring stories and practical tips from fellow Podders who have successfully tackled adhesion challenges. Learn about their experiences and the innovative solutions they used to keep their Pods securely in place, straight from the Podder Talk™ Blog.

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It’s Good to Be Stuck! Strategies for Keeping Your Pump Securely in Place

For those of us who use insulin pumps, we need insulin delivery to be seamless. Unfortunately, everyone’s activity level and skin (and the oil it makes naturally) is a bit different and can cause issues with the adhesive. Here are some tips to avoid adhesive challenges.

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Skin Irritation at your Infusion Site? Check Out Some Tips and Tricks to Help with the Frustration

Infusion site irritation, inflammation, and wear and tear occurs/can be exacerbated by site adhesives and or allergies – and when it happens, it isn’t pretty. Here are crowdsourced tips, tricks, and practices to calm infusion site skin irritation.

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Soakin’ in the Sun: Summer Tips for Protecting your Omnipod®

Summer has finally arrived! Here are a few friendly reminders of how to keep your Pod and Omnipod® 5 Controller or Omnipod DASH® Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) running smoothly so you can enjoy yourself outdoors all summer long!

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Summer in the Pod Zones

Warmer temps and longer days mean more time outdoors doing some of your favorite things. Summer also means getting in the groove when it comes to making sure your Omnipod® and sensor stay on no matter the temperature. Here are 5 tips that protect the skin and help keep the Pod in place.