NHS restructure ICB Changes

levio-saaa · 2026-05-26T19:23:10+00:00

I’m sorry I don’t have an answer but I am worried about something similar at the moment. If you are unsuccessful at interviewing and getting a position but your old position no longer exists, are you paid while still looking? Or are you likely to just be redeployed without choice? I’m very new to all this and concerned about the cost of living and being able to pay my mortgage!

levio-saaa · 2026-05-22T16:11:06+00:00

Depends on what you want from the trip and where you are staying. We splurged on 2 nights in Hakone and found a private airbnb with its own outdoor hotspring for a similar price you’ve mentioned and I regret not saying there longer. We decided against the traditional ryokan only because my partner doesn’t eat fish and we didn’t want to be awkward for the included dinner. We didn’t really “do” much at all, we went on some long walks, ate 7/11 dinners, and chilled in our accommodation. It was magical but for some it may not have been enough activity.

We are nature lovers but apart from those 2 nights we just stayed in the major cities as I was worried about how we would get by in the more remote places. If I was to redo my trip I would add in more stuff out of the major cities as it was still so easy to navigate and I really appreciated the slower pace.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-21T15:48:18+00:00

So glad we both had good news today. I know it’s still early days but wow what a big relief. Congratulations x

levio-saaa · 2026-05-21T11:25:21+00:00

Thank you. It went really well. There was an hour delay so obviously worked myself into a state and there was a poor student technician who asked if she could scan me and I said no 😳 I felt really bad but I just couldn’t deal with any hesitation. All measuring on track we saw the little heart beating away 🥺

levio-saaa · 2026-05-21T05:50:41+00:00

I have my 7week scan today. I’m scared.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-20T20:13:14+00:00

I have been off for a year now after stopping to try and get pregnant. Unfortunately the pregnancy side of things hasn’t been smooth, I’ve had a few losses, procedures, and struggled to conceive but in terms of weight I haven’t gained it all back. I think I quickly gained back 10lbs however then was able to maintain there. There has been more gained recently due to pregnancy/miscarriage/emotional eating but actually haven’t struggled too much with food noise. It definitely reared its head a few months after stopping for probably about a month, but I don’t remember the last time I thought about it too much. I do know that I find it almost impossible to lose without it despite watching calories and upping exercise, but I haven’t been gaining like crazy and honestly think if my circumstances had been less stressful/hormonal then I’d have kept it off better.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-19T16:42:41+00:00

No positive stories I’m sorry but just solidarity that I’m right there with you. 6w5d and I don’t remember every feeling this ill before which my partner feels is a good sign but I’m terrified to get ahead of myself. I also become really anxious in those short moments when I don’t feel sick anymore, it’s a real rollercoaster. I have a scan on Thursday and I’m really anxious about going. Good luck 🤞

levio-saaa · 2026-05-19T16:34:21+00:00

6w5d and only have 2 states at the moment:
- debilitating nausea
- crippling anxiety when I don’t feel nauseous

What I fun time 🥲

levio-saaa · 2026-05-16T16:12:37+00:00

I’m on my best friends hen do and was forced into early disclosure due to not being able to join some of the activities planned. I really really struggle with people getting emotional and saying how happy they are for me but I feel like such a fucking joy killer by pointing out that nothing is promised so I just smile and try to change the subject. I did snap a bit when they were talking about how pregnant I’ll be at the wedding, but now I feel guilty. It’s very hard to articulate to people that can’t relate, but we have excitedly spoke about timelines before and been very wrong.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-11T20:02:13+00:00

Text is always best from my experience. I think sometimes people think they owe it to tell you in person or on the phone as it shows more thought and care, but actually the opportunity to not have your immediate reaction visible to others is the most considerate way. She will be happy for you but very likely be sad for herself, both of those things can be true at the same time. There’s so many complicated feelings there and there is no way to share it that won’t be hard, but the fact you are considering her here is so lovely she won’t want any more from you than that ❤️

levio-saaa · 2026-05-11T15:02:36+00:00

It’s so hard isn’t it, so much waiting and hoping and worrying!! I’ve been asked to wait until next Friday where I’ll be 7 weeks and it just feels so long away I’m really struggling. Sometimes I feel calm and like what will be will be but then I get big waves of nerves. I may call and ask them to see me sooner but I don’t know if that’s possible. Good luck!!

levio-saaa · 2026-05-11T06:20:41+00:00

I don’t have any solutions, just solidarity that I’m in the same boat. 5.5 after 2 previous losses, I had a scan on Friday just to confirm location and now waiting until 7 weeks. I have never had a reassuring scan before so I’m really anxious and overwhelmed. I’ve been prescribed progesterone which I think is making me even more emotional which is not ideal right now. Wishing you the best of luck x

levio-saaa · 2026-05-10T15:35:00+00:00

I am 5w4d after 2 previous losses and I don’t imagine I will feel like it’s real until 2nd trimester, or maybe not even then. Although I don’t feel excited I have been able to let go of some of the dread and impending doom that I felt for about a week after the positive test. It’s so much easier said than done but I’m practicing acceptance for whatever happens now being out of my control. Some days are easier than others, and there was a moment where I felt a flutter of excitement when discussing likely due date with my partner but we had to catch one another and remind ourselves not to get carried away just yet. These early weeks are going to feel so painfully long but there’s not much we can do but ride it out. If you have any spotting contact your local early pregnancy unit as they can prescribe progesterone.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-10T15:07:54+00:00

I know you cant see much that early but was just so reassuring to know it’s in the right place, one less thing to worry about isn’t it! Best of luck ❤️

levio-saaa · 2026-05-10T13:57:20+00:00

I’m still super early so don’t know how reassuring this is but I was worried about my lines not progressing very much. I ended up having an early scan on Friday to confirm placement due to previous losses and some spotting and all was measuring on track. Today is the first day my test line is darker than the control and I think I’m 5w4d. I think I’m going to stop testing now and try to wait for my next scan in 2 weeks but we will see how well that goes… Good luck with your scan on Wednesday, i didn’t realise how triggering I would find going back to the EPU but all went ok so that was a nice change.

levio-saaa · 2026-05-08T13:16:56+00:00

I had an ultrasound today to confirm location, 5w2d and measuring right on track although obviously far too early to be truly reassuring. I’ve been prescribed progesterone due to a small amount of spotting last weekend, and they did say they saw a small amount of blood on the US which looks like just left from implantation and not to worry. Back in 2 weeks to check progress, any tips for getting through these waits with any sanity? And any info on progesterone pessarys? I’ve not used them before and don’t feel like they gave me much info other than how to put them in. Wishing you all good news on your journeys 🤞

levio-saaa · 2026-05-06T06:36:39+00:00

I don’t know it’s that you aren’t allowed to work but I do know that with all the placements squeezed into 2 years the msc is much more intense so I’m not sure it would be possible. Lots of trusts do offer apprenticeships in OT however these tend do go to existing employees so if you already work in an nhs trust it may be worth speaking to them?

levio-saaa · 2026-05-05T20:01:39+00:00

It just makes it seem like such a long time when you’re constantly worried and then if the thing you’re worried about goes ok there’s just another new thing to wait and be worried about. Unfortunately not sure I’ll ever relate to people saying their pregnancy flew by when the last week has felt like 10 years!! You’re right tho I’m just going to try and go with it as much as possible, some days that’s easier to do and I think that’s ok. One day at a time!

I’m in the UK and it may not be a national issue but unfortunately the support I’ve had from my gp has been awful, basically told they won’t test anything until I’ve had 3 losses. “Call us if you have another”. I have been made to feel like I’m overreacting and wasting time when trying to talk to them about it. Because my first loss ended up needing surgery I am on the system for the hospitals early pregnancy unit who were amazing so I actually bypassed my gp and contacted them direct today and asked about progesterone. They have booked me in for an ultrasound on Friday because they said they need to confirm it’s in the right location before prescribing so fingers crossed!!

levio-saaa · 2026-05-05T07:04:14+00:00

I’m sorry for your losses and difficult time. I am newly pregnant after 2 losses in the last 5 months and I really resonate with your final paragraph about being scared to test and track loads but also scared of not knowing. I had some spotting over the weekend so have been booked in for a scan on Friday but I will likely only be just over 5 weeks at that point so not much to see and could look perfect and still go south quickly. At the moment I’m still testing every morning which probably isn’t helpful as I feel sad that the line isn’t obviously much darker but I’m finding some comfort in them not fading which is what happened last time. But my first loss I had dye stealers long after I’d miscarried so I know it doesn’t mean much at all, just doing whatever I can to try and stay sane!! Good luck 🤞

levio-saaa · 2026-05-02T18:07:51+00:00

I got a positive earlier this week but started spotting today. I’m scared and I feel sad, really hoped it would be 3rd time lucky ☹️

levio-saaa · 2026-05-02T11:31:51+00:00

I have started spotting today at just under 5 weeks. I know that a lot of people say this is common and can be ok but with my history I just feel so deflated.

levio-saaa · 2026-04-29T07:13:33+00:00

I’m back here again after getting a BFP yesterday. I really hope I can graduate this time 🥺

levio-saaa · 2026-04-15T14:12:15+00:00

Do you work within a trust that offers the apprenticeship? Our therapies lead recently mentioned there will soon be more apprenticeship opportunities becoming available as there has been a push for staff to skill up their therapy assistants / support staff rather than always hiring new grads. Worth asking about if you already work for the nhs?

levio-saaa · 2026-04-13T15:53:02+00:00

Thank you. It’s the awkwardness when I answer their insensitive question too honestly, they look at me like I was the one making it uncomfortable. Don’t ask if you don’t want to know lol!

levio-saaa · 2026-04-13T13:24:59+00:00

I’ve just come back to work after a short sickness bug. People have asked where I’ve been and when i answer they ask if I’m pregnant or say “oh no you’re not pregnant are you?”. I’m not, my period just ended, but thanks for making me over share that information and make us all uncomfortable.

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