Community› The Bump Month Clubs› February 2024 Moms
February 2024 Moms
New Discussion

Job Frustrations…

anne9216anne9216 member
in February 2024 Moms
So prior to being pregnant, I was really over my job and unhappy and was starting to look at new listings and then found out I was pregnant. So naturally I was like okay I’ll stick it out, get my maternity benefits and then just peace out once it ended. But the amount of anxiety I have each week, stress and just overall toll it’s taking on me mentally, I’m seeing every week that passes by us a countdown of being done at work, not to when I meet out little girl. Has anyone else been going through this? I truly am trying to enjoy this time with my husband while it’s just the two of us, trying to prepare for baby and just enjoy the ride. I’m just looking for any advice of stress management, finding gratitude… really just exhausted by the frustration and anxiety I’ve been feeling.
Report Reply to Post

Re: Job Frustrations…

  • tangocasualtangocasual member
    I’m so sorry and I feel you!! I applied for a job just before I found out that I was pregnant and ended up getting it. I’m having the opposite problem to you where I’m realizing that while this job is cool, I need to stay put. I’ve accepted the position already and am a little embarrassed about that. I’m gearing up for a difficult con on Monday. I currently work for myself and so I’m not going to be without work. 

    Anyway, I think it’s really important to do what’s best for your family right now. Can you think about how you are staying at this job right now for your baby?? You get to quit soon and that will be for them too. Can you do the bare minimum at work and schedule time for you and your husband every day or two to do something baby related and exciting? 

    I really feel for you about how hard this is. 
    Report Reply
  • Loading the player...
  • atamville2024atamville2024 member
    edited October 2023
    Hey there! 
    Sorry for the super late reply. I have been so in my head about all things baby lately and starting to feel the pressure of living situation, work situation as well as baby shower and registry things. 
    I try to tell myself that I need to keep calm. Sometimes I just make myself a bath and lay there which is nice. I applied for a new job and got an offer at 16 weeks, I thought it was a great offer for being a recent graduate with a bachelor in the field that I want to be in working with the population I love. However, I realized that having full coverage insurance at my current job was worth staying put. If I have days where I don’t feel well I call in sick. I try to take care of myself as much as possible because it is a lot. 
    Be kind to yourself. Take time off and prioritize yourself. Depending on the field you  work in you might be able to make a switch? I know it can be dreadful especially when you feel it’s taking a toll on yourself. I think it’s important to weigh out the pros and cons of staying at the job you are at currently. Stress and frustration is not good for baby either so maybe consider what changes can be made if you decide to stay ( a later clock in/ more snack breaks/ early ending day/ maybe requesting to work from home being hybrid if possible). Explore your options and don’t feel bad about putting your wellness first. All jobs should be supportive and shouldn’t discriminate or be negative about your needs! Hope you find a solution! 
    Report Reply
Sign In or Register to comment.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"