Working Mother

Re: Working Mother

• moonseeds92 member

  February 2015

  This is a tough position to be in. If you withhold the info that you're pregnant, to them, you probably look lazy. But if you tell them, then you're just making up excuses and milking it. As a pregnant woman in the workforce you have rights to breaks when you need them and fair treatment. It might be a good idea to tell only your boss. In the workplace, pregnancy is supposed to be treated as a temporary medical disability and not an excuse. Hope this helps

  

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• SashaAMV member

  February 2015

  I had a position as an associate at a big law firm but took a less stressful government job right before my husband and I started trying. It made a huge difference. I know that is not possible for everyone so it might not be possible for you. But if it is, it is worth at least applying/considering.
  
  If not, I agree about telling your boss early. Some guys who are jerks about everything else can soften to the idea of a pregnant woman. It is no guarantee but it is the one time that sexism in the workplace can work to our benefit.
  
  If things do not improve, or they get worse, talk to a lawyer who practices employment law as soon as possible. Do not wait for things to get unbearable. The first time something happens that even smells like it might be discrimination, get a lawyer immediately. S/he can help you document everything and make sure that you know what to do at every step. Also sometimes a strongly worded letter from a lawyer can nip problems on the bud. If it doesn't, you know you need to get a new job and/or take legal action.

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• Sweet Sadie Mae member

  February 2015

  My job doesn't sound nearly as stressful as yours but I would talk to your boss at least. I have my 8 week appointment and plan on telling my boss when I get done with the appt. I'm nervous but I think it will be a huge relief.

  

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• MiracleK member

  February 2015

  Working mommy right here! You definitely have rights and I would look into them. I am a medical social worker and the stress level for me is very high. What helps me is thinking about my daughter and this baby to be and all the love I have in my heart for them. The love counters the stress for me.

  

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• satori15 member

  February 2015

  I have a hard time eating at work some days and have found that keeping easy snacks like peanut butter crackers and string cheese on hand helps me to keep from going too long without eating. Best of luck to you!

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• ChristyD6 member

  February 2015

  I would talk to your boss about your pregnancy and the way you are being treated in general. Doesn't sound like a good situation.
  
  I'm a physical therapist and worked until the day I went into labor last time but towards the end I did not take patients that needed a lot of physical assistance. I'm in management this pregnancy so it's more admin work than last time but I have already told my director and will tell the staff therapists soon so they understand if I don't feel comfortable with certain patients. You gotta take care of yourself and baby!

  
  My two girls Flower and Ayla Faye
  

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• roxytadpole member

  February 2015

  i feel you girl! im a professional martial artist and we work 9:30am to 10pm 6 days a week. im one of 2 girls with 10 other guys. i say im tired and need to adjust my schedule for a bit and am told no other moms make excuses! um, but im not a stockbroker...other pol have base 40/hr a week jobs!
  i am so dizzy, i perform and look awful and thats why i had to tell my boss i was pregnant (5w5d). he sd to change my mindset and it wasnt bc of my pregnancy i had a poor demonstration. i flat out told him hes wrong. it was. shut up!

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