So I kind of called in "pregnant" today

teeah22 · July 2009

This pregnancy was really getting to me this weekend. I did a ton, and I mean a ton, of cleaning and laundry, so lots of bending and lifting. I also did a bunch of walking around while shopping. I can't believe how exhausting doing these normal things is getting. I've also been having lots of BH contractions. The doctor told me more than 6 in an hour was something I needed to call about and while I wasn't hitting 6, there were times when I was hitting 4.

I woke up this morning and thought "I just can't do this today." Something in my gut was telling me to stay home and rest. I really think I overdid it this weekend. So I had to explain this to my office manager, that I was sort of calling in pregnant, not sick. She understood though

jdlocke · July 2009

I know exactly what you are talking about! I've gained between 10-12 pounds so far, and it's amazing how quickly I get tired. Even when shopping! I used to be able to walk around all day and not think twice about it, now I have to take lots of breaks just to sit and relax!

CKLee1107 · July 2009

thats awesome that ur manager understood that! I'd be getting written up for it...which actually means I'd be calling in sick instead and hoping they didn't catch wind of my lie by omission....stupid work...too bad maternity leave can't start right away....lol, have a good restful day!!

Wedding on the Beach 2008 · July 2009

That's great that your office was so understanding Big Smile

mrsmacias2008 · July 2009

I think you deserve to kick up your feet today and take it easy.

Bubbles1022 · July 2009

I think you made a smart decision to stay home and rest! I'm glad your work was understanding!

Jen&Louie · July 2009

Sounds like you really need it...take it easy!

ericaelaine2 · July 2009

Bubbles1022:
I think you made a smart decision to stay home and rest! I'm glad your work was understanding!

THIS! Listen to your body!!!

LadyJavy · July 2009

Ha! I did that last Monday. I had gone out of town on road trips two weeks in a row and just overdid it. I got up Monday morning and just couldn't even imagine going to work. I just said my stomach wasn't feeling great and I would rather be safe than sorry as I have over an hour commute in to work. Since it was the first time I had done that, everyone was really understanding.

chrystaleigh · July 2009

Good for you! Take it easy today.

mrskruse07 · July 2009

That's nice your boss understood. Mine would have not been so understanding, making me bring in a doctor's note the next day. Relax and be thankful for that!!!