MD refused to write light duty note

Twinsincali

I am currently 14 weeks pregnant with twins, type 1 diabetic, advanced maternal age and a history of complications with first pregnancy. My perinatologist refused to write me a light duty note stating "you can do your job just fine, reduce your hours." I have a high stress job with swelling in my lower extremities and significant back pain. I do not want to reduce my hours. Has anyone experience such a thing? Any advice is appreciated

LIly436

That is this doctor opinion, get another one.
Frankly at 14 weeks pregnancy should not effect you to the point to justify a light duty note. Your leg swelling and back pain are not pregnancy related. I am sorry if this is not what you want to hear, but it is what it is

rparson

How is your blood pressure?  Your HbA1C?  Have you tried compression/support hose for the swelling?  Can you put your feet up at work to help reduce the swelling?  Have you tried heat or acetaminophen for the back pain?

JennyS86

I hope you find a solution that works for you.  I just wanted to remind you to listen to your body!  Twin pregnancies are rough - and I didn't have any other complications besides twin gestation.  I wish that I would have listened to my body more.  Good Luck!  Twins are a wonderful blessing.