diff --git a/adafruit_scd30.py b/adafruit_scd30.py
index 63bbebc..952bd48 100644
--- a/adafruit_scd30.py
+++ b/adafruit_scd30.py
@@ -61,10 +61,14 @@ def __init__(self, i2c_bus, ambient_pressure=0, address=SCD30_DEFAULT_ADDR):
         self._buffer = bytearray(18)
         self._crc_buffer = bytearray(2)
 
-        self.reset()
+        # Disabled for use with Blinka/MCP2221A
+        # self.reset()
 
         self.measurement_interval = 2
         self.self_calibration_enabled = True
+
+        # Not in datasheet, but needed for use with Blinka/MCP2221A
+        sleep(0.01)
         # sets ambient pressure and starts continuous measurements
         self.ambient_pressure = ambient_pressure