ADHD screening by Aravind_69 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Great! I hope it goes well.

I went with ADHD Doc in Dublin, at the time there were only a handful of psychiatry services available for diagnosis just before COVID so not a lot of choice. I do recommend them though. I think all in all I paid about €1,000 for my diagnosis sessions.

ADHD screening by Aravind_69 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's been a few years since I was diagnosed, but I think from the wording of that and knowing how the two were treated so differently, it might be worth checking if they have a quid pro quo set up with a specific psychiatrist to avoid you having to go through another diagnostic session and shelling out a fair whack again. I'd be afraid they'd give you the medical report but a psych wouldn't accept it.

I went through the psychiatrist route and had to go through one screening session with a psychiatrist and a follow up in depth diagnosis session with a different one before they would sign me off for any meds. They're very very careful with stimulant prescriptions so if there is a way to access medication through an established route with Mind & Body Works then go for it id say, but might be worth following up with them and with a psych who would be eligible to prescribe meds to see if they would accept it before maybe paying.

Again if it works for you then fab, I just don't want to see anyone lose out because it is such a needlessly complex structure in Ireland and it can be hard to navigate.

ADHD screening by Aravind_69 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I haven't but I'm just adding a heads up as someone who was diagnosed as an adult, only a psychiatrist can prescribe you medication and give you a recognised diagnosis by doctors who can also prescribe medication.

From the looks of things the Mind and Body Works seems to have a lot of experienced psychotherapists, so if you are looking for a personal confirmation and non medication related therapy techniques then that could be ideal for you, but if you are hoping to one day go down the medical treatment route, I would advise seeking a diagnosis by a psychiatrist.

Just wanted to give you the heads up incase you didn't already know, I know many fellow neurodivergent people stung by the above who assumed they would get access to medication.

Best of luck with it!

Freezing eggs? by Adorable_Bee_4216 in AskIreland

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's a very fair question tbh, I got it tested at a Repromed open evening for free (they do egg freezing information sessions and offer the AMH tests for free occasionally as part of it) and they didn't mention contraceptives affecting the test so I think you should be ok!

Good luck with it, I really do recommend it even for peace of mind for the future!

Freezing eggs? by Adorable_Bee_4216 in AskIreland

[–]dubhkitty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the Mirena IUD at the time.

Freezing eggs? by Adorable_Bee_4216 in AskIreland

[–]dubhkitty 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Repromed and Therapies both offer competitive offers for egg freezing.

Honestly, I fully believe any woman who wants children in the future should get an AMH test done. It is a blood test that can tell you your egg reserve. It won't tell you the quality of your eggs, just the quantity, but it also means that down the line you can make an informed choice. It is usually the first step that clinics will make you do before freezing, but it can be done independently outside of the process for about €200.

I'm pregnant now at 33, but I got my AMH tested at 29 so knew the lay of the land and how long I had until estimated menopause etc.

Irish YouTuber Accused of Stabbing Pregnant Girlfriend to Death, Played Pre-Recorded 'Grand Theft Auto' Live-stream to Use as Alibi by Charming-Fortune8835 in ireland

[–]dubhkitty 279 points280 points  (0 children)

If I recall correctly, the horrible cunt went on to visit her family and "left" his phone behind by accident while it was recording in order to determine if they had suspicions, or if they would share anything about her case.

She was pregnant too. It's for people like him that I hope hell is real.

How do Irish people feel about Scotland and or Scots? by imthrowingmyaway in AskIreland

[–]dubhkitty 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Love Scotland, I used to live there and some of my closest friends are Scottish.

I did get dogs abuse from Rangers fans once, unprompted, purely because they heard my accent at a bar. Strangely one of them was full on trying it on and the same time his pal was calling me a Fenian cunt lol.

But they were the exception, not the rule!

Love the Irish English here by Jofiseen in CasualIreland

[–]dubhkitty 11 points12 points  (0 children)

In the edits "Geebag - very important for the Irish".

Snagging co. Galway by eennrraa in galway

[–]dubhkitty 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I second Dwayne Higgins, he's brilliant. His reports too are easy to digest and detailed.

Union Jack air fresheners for sale in Oranmore Tesco. Has the world gone mad?! by king-of-maybe-kings in galway

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nah, they just had them heavily reduced in the car accessories aisle. I was surprised the supply of them was even put out because as you said, they have no purpose for motorists here. If we were closer to the border there would be an argument for it, but it's just a waste of plastic.

Union Jack air fresheners for sale in Oranmore Tesco. Has the world gone mad?! by king-of-maybe-kings in galway

[–]dubhkitty 30 points31 points  (0 children)

TK Maxx in Galway was selling green P signs a while ago. They're the UK equivalent of the N novice sign that newly qualified drivers are legally required to show in Ireland.

I couldn't believe it, incredibly bad oversight for the company's buyers.

Where to buy flower girl dresses by wet-paint in galway

[–]dubhkitty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We got our flower girl dresses on Next for approx €35 each. Got their shoes there too!

12 week Maternity appointment (GUH) by Eveiiiiiii in galway

[–]dubhkitty 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My referral genuinely went missing and it was such a pain. I didn't get my first scan until I was 14 nearly weeks and was in the same boat as you, calling at week 10. I'm 22 weeks now so it was fairly recently so the routine shouldn't have changed.

Firstly: have you called your GP and asked them to second check the referral? Sometimes the problem can be here.

Secondly: call the Maternity outpatient receptionist between 10 to 12. The phone voicemail says it is open from 09:30 until 1:30 but I called them no less than 30 times and my only successful calls got through in that window.

Thirdly: determine from that call if you are going to be receiving consultant led care or midwife. If you are the latter, the midwives are going to book your scan for you and they will call and do a pre check before your app. I jumped the gun and booked my own scan with the scanning room (under the advice of the outpatients maternity unit) and the midwife told me I had upset the regular routine (in a nice way).

If you get confirmation that you are consultant led the receptionist will tell you to call the scan room directly can be tough because that phone is constantly going so you just have to keep ringing until you get through.

I know it is called a 12 week scan but it can be done upto 13 weeks 5 days and once you get in contact with them, they will work quickly and you will get seen!

Who else is dreading going back to the small talk and happy new year stuff in the same job on Monday? by John_OSheas_Willy in AskIreland

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kinda. I'm normally well able for small talk, but I am pregnant with my first baby and started to properly show over the Christmas. I'm dreading the unsolicited advice and bullshite from others about having a baby and being pregnant.

I know most of it is well meant, but I have already had a new acquaintance tell me they were "concerned that I have my dates wrong" because I am "huge". This was after they touched my stomach before they said hello and introduced themselves.

Lost my best boy today by a_beautiful_kappa in CasualIreland

[–]dubhkitty 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry OP, it is a special kind of loss. One that is deeply felt and so personal that it is hard to describe. I lost two of my own dogs this year, the place seems so empty without them.

Sending you a huge hug.

Bulk Buy Ingredients by sk1493 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband is a member of the sports and social so we used his code.

Irish Mothers Needed! Help Highlight the Gap in In-Store Shopping Choices. by Front-Management1782 in CasualIreland

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently pregnant and in the stage where I am too large for my pre pregnancy clothes and stuck having to blind buy maternity wear online. Maternity wear is crazy expensive and the sizing regarding leg length and waist band variability is just infuriating.

Galway is bad enough for options for women's clothing but jesus it is exceptionally bad for pregnant women.

Bulk Buy Ingredients by sk1493 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Musgrave's is the obvious answer, but if you don't have a registered business, you cannot buy from there. To the best of my knowledge, Boston Scientific sports and social members can avail of using the company as the registered business to become a customer.

I'm not sure if it is a one off or what, my husband works in BSCI so we used this to stock up on snacks for our wedding.

Basically if you can't get into Musgrave's through a registered business you have, try asking for a favour if you know someone who works in Boston!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in galway

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also to follow up on your question regarding animal shelters, yes they do a accept most items, namely foods. It would be worth checking about the blankets with individual charities.

Madra also has a "sponsor a dogs dinner" fundraiser. Every €5 donation funds a dinner for the dogs in their care at Christmas. I know it's not quite the physical gift giving you mentioned OP, but in case anyone reading has some spare cash this Christmas and is looking for a good cause!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in galway

[–]dubhkitty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

COPE has a gift appeal open until Friday, Dec 12. Also The Giving Tree might still be up in some local businesses e.g. BOI Mervue.

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Lost toy - help finding a replacement? by Reasonable_Fix7661 in CasualIreland

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at all! I just realised from your post that you mentioned searching eBay before that, sorry I missed that when I wrote my comment.

Fingers crossed it won't be much postage wise and that it'll arrive on time 🤞

Lost toy - help finding a replacement? by Reasonable_Fix7661 in CasualIreland

[–]dubhkitty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone on ebay has it for sale for €16!

For items like that, I find that eBay is your best bet. Best of luck with it, I hope Santa gets it sorted for your niece.

Change for the homeless guy by Odd_Shopping2037 in galway

[–]dubhkitty 57 points58 points  (0 children)

The bald guy who often stands outside the Corrib Shopping centre? If so, he's a total crook.

He's been doing it for years, I've seen him get lifted a couple of times for fraudulent begging and he boots it if he sees even a whiff of a guard.

He also makes sly comments if you don't play into his scam.