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Nmcalhoun

I'm a full time cake decorator and I stand for 8 1/2 hours every day.  I was wondering at what point in pregnancy I should be taking more breaks or maybe sitting on a stool while I decorate or if I'll be fine to continue to stand for that long throughout my pregnancy.  This is my first so I don't really know what to expect.  Anybody have any advice or anything? Thanks!

Jessie333

I am a sahm now, but when I was pregnant with dd, I worked a job where I was on my feet all day. Stand as long as you are comfortable. I found it really important to have a really comfortable pair of shoes. I sat when I needed to, but honestly, I was fine until I went on maternity leave. The only thing that really slowed me down was the carpal tunnel I developed.

Nmcalhoun

@Jessie333 Carpal tunnel is the reason why I'm hoping to find a job that doesn't put so much strain on my wrists. @RN536 Varicose veins do suck and I already have some at 25!  

Nmcalhoun

Thanks so much ladies! I'm still secretly hoping my husband gets this one job so I'll be able to stay at home.  Here's to hoping

Duckie419

Your cakes are absolutely beautiful!!!! And as a pp said, just listen to your body

Nmcalhoun

Thanks guys

MeganK81410

Your cakes are gorgeous @Nmcalhoun‌ !! I'll echo what PP have said, listen to your body. I worked long retail shifts with my first, and had to take breaks to sit because I'd get nauseous if I stood for too long. But most others don't have that problem! If you feel like you need to sit, sit for awhile!

Nmcalhoun

Cake decorating is pretty cool, but I hate my job.  It kills my wrist and I hate most of the people I work with lol.  I haven't been in the mood for cake at all since I can eat it pretty much whenever. 

pjswife

Wow your cakes are gorgeous! I would have wanted the blue one for my wedding! Take care of yourself