Don't feel like working

tattoosnpearls30 · May 2015

im always tired, in pain, lagging, out of breath, etc.
This month I've missed 3 days already ...
Idk if it's me or just pregnancy, I'm so lazy and in pain that idk what to do.. I'm a safety manager so I'm needed, I feel guilty for not working and when I do work I feel horrible for having to walk around and yell, etc..
Anyone else feeling this?

theglitteredpterodactyl · May 2015

So much. My job had been so patient with me but man my attendance had tanked. Pregnancy had ramped up my migraines and I just don't have the energy to work through them :-/ I was fortunate enough to be able to cut my hours a bit, which has helped. Better to plan on not being there as much then spend all my sick leave before the baby even arrives

martruby · May 2015

I was just thinking these same thoughts this morning. I hate going to work lately. I just feel so drained all the time. Luckily I've only missed work to go to dr appts. I'd love to take some time off but I haven't even been at this job for a year so the vacation days I DO have, I'm saving for maternity leave. Hopefully you girls have a door like I do and can shut it to take naps!

kzangs15 · May 2015

Agreed, I think it makes it worse because I'm trying to save my vacation time for maternity leave as well. I've had days where I'm literally falling asleep at my desk

LaurenNewph · May 2015

Your health and your baby's health is more important than any job you could ever have! I once had a supervisor tell me to never risk my health or well being for any job, and it's advice that has served me well in the last 10 years!

wilcoxev · May 2015

On top of the other pregnancy symptoms I have had a cold for the last week and a half and feel miserable. I took a day and a half off last week but can't seem to shake this cold. I have been going to work but really lack motivation.

adtaylor2015 · May 2015

Kudos to all the women who work outside of the home while pregnant! I don't know how y'all do it.

bpv101283 · May 2015

I totally understand. It feels like things have gone into hyper overdrive at work. I'm thinking of telling them I need to work remotely one of two days a week because of all the interruptions at the office. They still don't have a plan for when I'm out which is annoying the crap out of me. I haven't missed any work but I live 5 minutes from my office and do have the option to be remote sometimes. Hang in there! Only 4 months left!

excited2bmommy09 · May 2015

I haven't missed any work, but I have definitely felt my motivation level drop. I am too tired and distracted to be going above and beyond right now. I hope I go back to normal after baby is born, but I feel like I may be even more distracted and tired which concerns me lol

mpache06 · May 2015

I've not missed any work yet but my motivation level is zero. I'm always tired and get out of breath very easily. I'd much rather be at home relaxing with my dog

callistosmile · May 2015

I mostly have a short temper these days, and my job requires a lot of "bend over backward to please people" type stuff. Part of my job is standing up to open the damn door for people, haha. I really dislike my job these days but not going really isn't an option for me. I sympathize completely with all of you ladies.

seamonkey4 · May 2015

I haven't missed any work, but that's more due to the desire to let my time buildup so I can take a full 12 weeks for maternity leave. But trust me, every morning when my alarm goes off, I wish so badly I could call in. I'm tired and frankly don't always feel like catering to other people's needs- yes I know, that sounds awful. But I keep telling myself, I have less than 4 months to go. I can do this, it will all be worth it when I'm home with my little girl for 3 months.

jessbruxanovaa · May 2015

I'm a server and I am so dreading my shifts already. I'm on my feet all night with no breaks to sit down. My work shoes are so uncomfortable and so are my jeans, they just don't fit anymore. I have pregnancy brain and have a hard time concentrating. I've become slower and can hardly carry trays out to tables. And when it's closing time I have the hardest time pushing booths and tables to sweep underneath. I'm 24 weeks and was hoping I could work up to 2 weeks before due date. I don't think I'll be able to do it

chelseajeanene · May 2015

My job was so stressful that I was afraid I was going to lose the baby. I had a bleeding episode early on and was due to be stress of my job. I was a preschool teacher for ages 12-24 months and legally only allowed to have 4 kids to every 1 adult. My second teacher was NEVER there. I had 6 kids at all times alone. My doctor told me I was not allowed to pick up the children, I told my boss this and she seemed understanding. That was a lie. I had to change 24 diapers a day and my stomach hurt each time I had to pick up the children. I decided the best and safest option for me was to leave, and that was only at 4 1/2 months pregnant. I've never been unemployed before and struggled with the guilt of having my husband be the bread winner, but I do have to say that this is the best discission I could have ever made for me or my unborn child. I've had a pretty difficult pregnancy after leaving as well so I know I made the right choice. I praise the woman who work till the end, but if you can't do it, you're allowed to be selfish in this situation

MW5280 · May 2015

I started working in retail about 6 months ago after working in education and non-profits because my husband started to work downtown instead of from home. We have the kids with us half-time and we don't live in an area that is all that understanding of part-time childcare - it's either full-time or not at all (it's a really affluent area with A LOT of SAHMs and nannies and we just can't do that).

My managers/supervisors have been so great and understanding but it's starting to get a lot harder. DH says I can quit whenever I'm ready, so it's nice to know. But I like working...just not always when I'm supposed to work :-)

kaybee03 · May 2015

I work in an elementary school and luckily only have 12 more days of work before summer break. I commend you ladies who will work all the way through this!

jenboston22 · May 2015

I work from home as a freelancer, and I really can't imagine how I would have coped with a regular out-of-the-house 9-5 job. At different points in my pregnancy I've had severe back pain (could barely walk), severe headaches, morning sickness, exhaustion, etc. It's been really difficult. All of you who are experiencing severe symptoms and working outside the home -- I don't know how you do it, but good for you!

str13 · May 2015

I'm a nurse working 12s. It's KILLING me, or at least it feels like it is!!

I've been fainting so much, and have missed work because of that. I've got to work, the insurance is through me, and we cannot afford for me not to work.
I don't know what it is that makes me get up, but somehow I drag myself out of bed and try to stay vertical all day!

rjanice · May 2015

I'm with you! I'm a nurse, still working 3 12 hr (or 14 hour depending on my day) shifts. If getting up at 530am wasn't hard enough, these 12 hours of standing, running around, caring, etc.. are definitely becoming harder and harder to get through. I'll be 24 weeks tomorrow and CANNOT wait to hit 36 so I can start maternity leave.

agiroir · May 2015

I WISH I could call out. If I don't show up. My store doesn't open. My boss asked me today why my personal sales have tanked and it took everything in me not to give him the most sarcastic answer ever. Seriously dude.. I'm 24 weeks pregnant, I'm tired, always hungry, and the hormones are back with vengeance this week. My poor feet are SCREAMING by the end of my shift. I just want to be able to sit down for even 5 minutes

. I'm just praying these next 16 weeks fly!

booksandcleverness81 · May 2015

I survey in the New Mexico prairie all day, so I'm hiking through rough terrain sometimes up to 14 miles a day. I thought I would be totally fine since my job ends in June, but damn I am so over it right now! I can still do it, and don't plan on stopping for the next month, but there are times my legs and feet are so sore I can hardly walk any more. But more than that, I just really want more time at home right now. I only have about 2 hours a day to do everything I need to do at home after work, and that leaves me with very little time to relax or do things to prepare for the baby (which is all I want to do right now, of course!). I love my job, but I would like a little time to be a normal preggo lady!

Knottie00400192 · May 2015

I can't stand going to work right now. I am counting down the days until I take my 4 month maternity leave. I'm in CA so we get state disability, and even though I will be taking a financial hit, it will be worth it for the baby and my sanity.

lillaura4unme · May 2015

Ugh was just thinking this. So tired of long shifts six days a week basically whenever they need coverage because everyone is on PTO, vacation or just lazy. I didn't mind picking up the slack before but now I just want to stay home. Running around like crazy, stressful nonstop hounding by editors and sources and I still have four more days until my day off. Doesn't help I'm still vomiting this far along. I just feel like on top of zero motivation and being physically tired I'm doing more than one person's job. I was planning on taking leave 2 weeks before my due date but I don't know if I'll last that long. I feel for all of you. We're almost there!

amyandpeanut · May 2015

Yikes, just reading how you ladies spend your work days is exhausting! I only work part time in retail, bit even I'm struggling with whether or not I can stick it out another 3.5 months before I take my leave. My 15 min breaks are not long enough to eat, I have to pee several times per shift, and breaks are the only chance I have to sit. Seeing what you ladies go through has given me some inspiration, though. Best wishes to all of you... We can do this.

saybaby97 · May 2015

I am counting down the days until my work restrictions start. I'm 22 weeks with twins. I commute by train every day to the city. My walk to/from the train isn't terribly long, but its getting much harder. I'm out of breath, having braxton hicks when I walk and my hips/pelvis are so sore! It also doesn't help that I'm carrying a 20-30 pound backpack and that they just issued me a new laptop that's heavier than my last one. Once I'm at work, I am so unfocused. And uncomfortable! Sitting at my desk is like torture. Thankfully, I recently saw one of the more conservative docs in my practice and she put me on work from home at 24 weeks. Just a few more days of this and then I get to work from my couch!!

kilograham · May 2015

I'm 22w and so ready to be done with work, as I work at a very busy vet hospital as a tech. My patience has disappeared lol

Wgoad01 · May 2015

I'm with you guys! Work has sucked lately. At this point I wouldn't mind a week of prescribed bed rest. Maybe I can talk my dr into it next week.

mamamegz14 · May 2015

You ladies certainly inspire me, I work from home as a skin therapist so I can book my clients with a nice break in between and only a few a day. Also caring for 2 kids all day everyday. My housework has been suffering the last 5 months and im always home. I don't think I could ever go back to work especially pregnant.

JenLovesDesign · May 2015

I just want to sleep all of the time...it's horrible, then get energy to work after lunch usually.

whitfi24 · May 2015

My biggest problem is motivation. I'm tired and headachy, but the lack of motivation is crippling. That and I have CRAZY pregnancy brain. I've missed a few days but I think I'll make it to the end.

cuppylove · May 2015

I feel you! I work 9-10 hour shifts at a bar from Thursday - Saturday... On my feet the whole time. I know a 3 day work week doesn't sound like much but Saturday night when midnight rolls around & my feet are on fire & I could fall asleep standing up & I have at least 3 more hours... I hate work.
Counting down the days till my unpaid maternity leave... Bittersweet

caityrose · May 2015

Lucky enough to work at a school that's very understanding and will be done soon! The teachers always make kids give up the teacher chairs for me haha. I was doing work and school and was just so tired but luckily my semester just ended and with school ending soon I will be a happy camper. I'm really looking forward to some more energy so my only free time isn't spent napping! I haven't worked on stuff for my etsy shop in awhile.

eyewalls · May 2015

24 weeks with twins too. Hoping doc will suggest finishing work early. Have enough sick days to start mat leave 6 weeks early and teach elementary school too but would like to see the term out with my students. Pulled by selfish need/want for rest and calm and commitment/connection with my lovely students who see me as their second mom. I am very grateful that I'll be done at end ofJune at the latest and feel for all of you that have to work up to due date. I'm sending you + vibes for extra energy and healthy pregnancy!

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