Oh man guys. We were so busy last night at work and I was so sore by the time morning came. I think I'm gonna need one of those belly support things if I'm gonna keep doing floor nursing. I feel like I'm 80! Haha
I can't imagine the long commute and long hours some of you work. I work 9 to 6 as a speech therapist in a private practice that specializes in behavioral therapy. I take advantage of weekends and nap and try to get plenty of sleep. Rant: A lot of the kids I see have autism. Several have severe behaviors. During early pregnancy I had an especially violent child start and I had to ask to not see him anymore. My boss is a woman and mother and seems completely understanding, but I feel like she looks down on me because I didn't feel comfortable to treat that kiddo. Due to behaviors, (and lack of authorization for behavioral therapy or a co-treat)he was not appropriate for speech therapy. It is frustrating because even today she made a point to bring up that according to our policy (written nowhere) I would be required to have a doctor's note stating that I couldn't see that type of client. She brought it up to point out how nice she was to not require a doctor's note and warn me in case I had a different boss in the future, but I find it offensive. If I need a doctor's note I don't have a problem getting one, but you don't win best boss award for respecting my professional opinion that speech therapy is not currently therapeutic for this client due to behaviors (that's my opinion pregnant or not). Sorry that was so long! We put the kiddo on hold a month ago and I'm frustrated she's still bringing it up like it is a mark against me.
I can't imagine the long commute and long hours some of you work. I work 9 to 6 as a speech therapist in a private practice that specializes in behavioral therapy. I take advantage of weekends and nap and try to get plenty of sleep. Rant: A lot of the kids I see have autism. Several have severe behaviors. During early pregnancy I had an especially violent child start and I had to ask to not see him anymore. My boss is a woman and mother and seems completely understanding, but I feel like she looks down on me because I didn't feel comfortable to treat that kiddo. Due to behaviors, (and lack of authorization for behavioral therapy or a co-treat)he was not appropriate for speech therapy. It is frustrating because even today she made a point to bring up that according to our policy (written nowhere) I would be required to have a doctor's note stating that I couldn't see that type of client. She brought it up to point out how nice she was to not require a doctor's note and warn me in case I had a different boss in the future, but I find it offensive. If I need a doctor's note I don't have a problem getting one, but you don't win best boss award for respecting my professional opinion that speech therapy is not currently therapeutic for this client due to behaviors (that's my opinion pregnant or not). Sorry that was so long! We put the kiddo on hold a month ago and I'm frustrated she's still bringing it up like it is a mark against me.
I think I would have said just that. It's asinine that she's rubbing your nose in it.
Like most of you I have busy days and look forward to my days off! I have about a 45 min commute each way (25 w/o traffic, but I rarely get that treat). I typically work 7-4:30/5. I'm lucky that it's not physical, but the desk life is starting to get uncomfortable. Work has been super busy and stressful, requiring me to be on my A game constantly and juggling the work of about 4 people by myself. I work in an environment where most of those above me are older men (about 20 years older) and those who are my peers or otherwise are in the 20-24 range and young men, so most can't really understand or relate to the 30 y/o pregnant lady! I've always been a very hardworking diligent and patient employee, but I feel like my patience is getting shorter and shorter. I'm just trying to do my best and hoping that I still have a job to take leave from by the time June rolls around! Anyone else feeling this way?
For self care, I try to get to bed early during the week, use my Saturdays to veg out and relax (husband works) and Sunday is all about couple time and sometimes baby prep/house stuff! I really need to go get a pedicure and hair care appointments, but I'm just so tired by the time the Saturday rolls around that I usually don't want to even think of getting into the car! I'm clearly still waiting for magical 2nd trimester energy!
I'm a nurse working 12 hour nights. Pretty much one week on, one week off. By my Fri, which is tonight right now, I am burnt out and my brain is fried. Hubby has been doing most of the cooking and cleaning which means our house is a disaster. Fortunately my energy on my off week is starting to pick up, so I'll get the house back in order.
@NYCProf, that sounds like a bitch of a commute. I'm so glad we moved away from the Seattle area, I couldn't stand the two hour round trip commute. Now I drive to work, 25 minutes one way. What do you teach?
I teach Spanish... Today I did a prenatal yoga class. Unfortunately, getting there and back takes away from the relaxation piece. Not to mention, $20 worth of Uber rides because it's about a 30 minute walk from my place, but it's freezing in NYC today (in addition to the $18 yoga class). It was nice seeing all the soon-to-be mom's though. By Friday, I'm exhausted!! Wanted to use my spa pedi gift certificate from Christmas, but came straight home. Too tired and we're having a couple over for dinner.
Hang in there ladies. It's good to know there is so much comraderie here.
Re: How are all the working mom-to-bes doing?
I'm 20 weeks tomorrow and requiring a TON of sleep. 9 hours a night, minimum. Other than that, I wear my compression stockings and eat a ton.
I work 9 to 6 as a speech therapist in a private practice that specializes in behavioral therapy. I take advantage of weekends and nap and try to get plenty of sleep.
Rant: A lot of the kids I see have autism. Several have severe behaviors. During early pregnancy I had an especially violent child start and I had to ask to not see him anymore. My boss is a woman and mother and seems completely understanding, but I feel like she looks down on me because I didn't feel comfortable to treat that kiddo. Due to behaviors, (and lack of authorization for behavioral therapy or a co-treat)he was not appropriate for speech therapy.
It is frustrating because even today she made a point to bring up that according to our policy (written nowhere) I would be required to have a doctor's note stating that I couldn't see that type of client. She brought it up to point out how nice she was to not require a doctor's note and warn me in case I had a different boss in the future, but I find it offensive. If I need a doctor's note I don't have a problem getting one, but you don't win best boss award for respecting my professional opinion that speech therapy is not currently therapeutic for this client due to behaviors (that's my opinion pregnant or not).
Sorry that was so long! We put the kiddo on hold a month ago and I'm frustrated she's still bringing it up like it is a mark against me.
Like most of you I have busy days and look forward to my days off! I have about a 45 min commute each way (25 w/o traffic, but I rarely get that treat). I typically work 7-4:30/5. I'm lucky that it's not physical, but the desk life is starting to get uncomfortable. Work has been super busy and stressful, requiring me to be on my A game constantly and juggling the work of about 4 people by myself. I work in an environment where most of those above me are older men (about 20 years older) and those who are my peers or otherwise are in the 20-24 range and young men, so most can't really understand or relate to the 30 y/o pregnant lady! I've always been a very hardworking diligent and patient employee, but I feel like my patience is getting shorter and shorter. I'm just trying to do my best and hoping that I still have a job to take leave from by the time June rolls around! Anyone else feeling this way?
For self care, I try to get to bed early during the week, use my Saturdays to veg out and relax (husband works) and Sunday is all about couple time and sometimes baby prep/house stuff! I really need to go get a pedicure and hair care appointments, but I'm just so tired by the time the Saturday rolls around that I usually don't want to even think of getting into the car! I'm clearly still waiting for magical 2nd trimester energy!
I teach Spanish... Today I did a prenatal yoga class. Unfortunately, getting there and back takes away from the relaxation piece. Not to mention, $20 worth of Uber rides because it's about a 30 minute walk from my place, but it's freezing in NYC today (in addition to the $18 yoga class). It was nice seeing all the soon-to-be mom's though. By Friday, I'm exhausted!! Wanted to use my spa pedi gift certificate from Christmas, but came straight home. Too tired and we're having a couple over for dinner.
Hang in there ladies. It's good to know there is so much comraderie here.