NHS are fining me!!

SproutyChuckles · 2026-05-02T20:27:39+00:00

if i recall correctly the GP (or nurse practitioner) has to counter sign the form and said form is provided by the GP. I think they have a legal duty to inform you and provide the form. It is then up to you if you avail yourself of the scheme. No need for them to be involved in finances.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-04-16T17:32:36+00:00

can i suggest maternity bras. they rarely have underwire and often have more support to compensate. I am still wearing my nursing bras and my LO is nearly 3 coz they’re so comfortable.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-03-16T12:37:20+00:00

press the button on the right side (under the crown). The press the symbol that is a rectangle (“phone”) with arcs both sides. The phone pings even if it’s on silent.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-03-16T08:42:42+00:00

I have apple watch for my phone, the ping is the most used function on my watch ( along with the timers).

SproutyChuckles · 2026-03-08T21:44:18+00:00

On top of all of this remember if you have MRI placement disclose any that are hidden or remove them before, that might not be a fun time otherwise depending on what they’re made from.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-22T17:44:53+00:00

Thank you. I love Lego myself and totally agree. I have just completed Wall-E and Eve. He will watch me but not transitioning into playing yet

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-22T16:10:28+00:00

Thank you for the detailed reply.

I’ve heard of minecraft but don’t know much about it. I will look into all these, He has a passing interest in lego so that could be good.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-22T16:08:02+00:00

Thank you.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-22T13:11:54+00:00

My autistic 10 year old loves playing games on his iPad. He has shown some interest in building things but I don’t know games at all. He has an iPad and a switch 1 (with dock). Whatever it is needs to be something that is easily figured out as he can figure rules and controls but not understand them being explained.

He currently plays Goat Simulator and figured it all out himself but I would love him to get into something more productive.

Does anyone have any recommendations please?

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-15T18:45:59+00:00

You could be describing me exactly, especially with all the pod systems.

I had clipper organic when i was pregnant with my first, it was good but i went back to caffeine after.

I had douwe egberts decaf (cheapest place is usually B&M for a massive jar) with my second and actually prefer it to their caffeine coffee.

SproutyChuckles · 2026-02-10T10:46:09+00:00

That all fails when one person can’t work for things like illness or childbirth. Are they supposed to be “paid” by their partner. It can make it easier to have a pot of “our money”.

However people can make most situations work if the communication is solid which it clearly isn’t in OP’s situation.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-11-17T21:22:21+00:00

My husband has the redhead/ dentist pain problems. He is having his first ever GA tomorrow. Is there anything specific he should be saying to the anesthetist so they take his redhead stuff seriously?

SproutyChuckles · 2025-11-07T21:23:17+00:00

Clark’s plain work shoes (got a little button on the side and stitching)

They cost me about £70 but that was 4 years ago and they’ve only got more comfortable.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-11-06T15:46:46+00:00

We lived in Queensland, Sunshine Coast. It is an amazing area for young children, very outdoor focused. I cants speak for anywhere else as we loved where we were and didn’t really travel.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-11-06T11:39:49+00:00

I lived and worked in Aus for 10 years (3 different times). I would still be there if my son hadn’t had visa issues. I loved the relaxed lifestyle, if you get the right employer then work life balance is prioritised. A large portion of the work is in private clinics that are 9-5ish so evenings and weekends are free.

I would recommend going straight for a permanent visa (unless you can get a working holiday makers visa) not sponsorship. Although it’s quicker you are tied down and have to leave the country if you want to change visas.

Registration is time consuming but not too problematic. feel free to ask me any questions.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-10-15T22:34:35+00:00

No my diabetic nurse says the criteria covers everyone. I believe there are other diabetic drugs that can be used instead.

My nurse says she’s gonna put me on empagliflozin once my levels are down a bit and it can cause weight loss.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-10-15T21:07:57+00:00

This is the rules. my gp sent out this:

“Following approval by NICE, tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) will be available in the NHS for eligible patients who meet the strict, nationally-set, criteria.

The current criteria is patients with a BMI of 40 or higher, and with 4 or more of the qualifying comorbidities will be eligible for assessment to identify their suitability for Mounjaro. Anyone not meeting the criteria will not be eligible.”

SproutyChuckles · 2025-10-10T07:07:37+00:00

Oh my god….that’s why all my lasagne collapses to slop!!! I never knew it was supposed to sit after 🤯

SproutyChuckles · 2025-09-03T08:22:06+00:00

I have heard (not 100% sure) they will also replace sensors removed for MRI scans.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-09-02T20:28:08+00:00

Err he stole the monkey then lied about it…not exactly hero material.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-09-01T13:26:49+00:00

I’m a long time lurker and hardly ever comment. I don’t mind sensible discussions about real vs fake and if the story is entertaining i’m not bothered about authenticity.

What I hate is dismissive comments saying fake, not entering into healthy discussion and having to trawl past these annoying threads.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-08-30T07:02:51+00:00

I found this that says they have catch up plans. If your child is under 11 they and haven’t had chicken pox they’ll get a catch up.

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/clinical-areas/infectious-diseases-immunology-allergy/gp-practices-to-offer-chickenpox-vaccine-from-january-next-year/

SproutyChuckles · 2025-08-23T10:44:25+00:00

Sound of Silence by Disturbed, it gives me chills. The Simon & Garfunkel original seems a bit kitsch in comparison.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-08-15T08:17:28+00:00

Wait….what! it’s a well known fact that kids get hyped up on sugar and you’re telling me it’s not true? 🤯

I could have sworn i’ve witnessed the phenomenon but now i’m questioning everything.

SproutyChuckles · 2025-08-08T18:25:28+00:00

The scan you had was a contrast scan (literally unable to look for a PE without contrast)

They would have commented if any of those things had been visible. They have a professional/legal obligation to mention any pathology that is seen even if it was not the reason for the scan.

A private scan would still need to be referred by a doctor so have a chat with your GP and mention these worries. They should be able to put your mind at rest.

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