Is it bad to work when pregnant?

Question

I sit at a desk - lol

I'm 10 weeks pregnant

Answer 1

You're pregnant - not ill!!

I work at a desk and I'm now 16 weeks.  Fully intend to continue until 2 weeks before the birth.

Obviously if you're body starts to tell you to take it easier then you should but if you're fit and healthy, no reason to stop!

Answer 2

No its fine to work while pregnant, especially if your at a desk. Your lucky some people have to be on their feel for 8 - 12 hrs.

Answer 3

I am so lucky to be a stay at home housewife, especially now that I am pregnant, because I get so tired, so fast, I don't know how I would hold down a regular job.  But I know, especially a desk job, is safe while pregnant!  Congratulations and good luck staying up at work! =]

Answer 4

No, but you should get up and move around every hour.  You wont' even really notice a difference till you get bigger.  I'm 27 weeks and just now noticing back pain and being uncomfortable.  But everyone is different!

Answer 5

You will be fine. If your pregnancy is normal you can work up until you go into labor without worries.

Answer 6

many women work while their pregnant. I worked on my feet all day in retail and my husband and I thought it was best for me to quit working. everyone is different

Answer 7

I worked at a desk having to deal with annoying people up to the day I went into labor! It's fine! As for physical work, I'm doing more of that now as a stay at home mom that just moved! My husband knows what I'm doing, but can't stop me because things need to get done!!  

Answer 8

No with a job like that, I do the same.. you can work right up until you go into labour if you want... Only strenous work, heavy lifting, using chemicals or something like that is when you should think about switching jobs or transfering

Answer 9

oh yes it's fine..i had to move to a desk job because i was on my feet all day! besides it makes time go by faster!

Answer 10

I think a desk job would probably be the best job you could have while pregnant.

Answer 11

I'm 14 weeks and sit at a desk too.  Sometimes I wish I was at home with my feet up but, after a few days of daytime TV, I know I would go crazy.  I think working helps keep my mind off my tiredness and occasional sickness.  

Answer 12

No that's not bad, exercise is actually very good for pregnant women...so even if you had a job where you were up  moving around it wouldn't be bad.  You just shouldn't lifting heavy things, but it sounds like the job you have isn't nothing to be worried about.  Congrats!

Answer 13

No its fine! especially a desk job. i worked at a daycare til 4 days before my due date hauling 1 year olds around all day!

Answer 14

it's not bad at all if you have no restrictions from your doctor. i just stopped working last friday at 38.5 weeks and i was fine and im a social worker with no office/desk time! i wouldnt worry unless your doc says otherwise!

Answer 15

Depending on what type of job you have, whether it is a physical job or a stressful one, talk to your doctor and ask their opinion. Some doctors will evaluate your pregnancy such as if you are a high risk and then may suggest that you lessen your hours and your work load. Whatever the doctor suggests make sure that you have them provide you with a doctor’s note, most places of employment may require it. Also, it would be better to cover yourself as well.

When talking to your employer make sure that you mention that you don’t want special treatment. You plan on coming to work everyday and nothing will change. Try to make your doctors appointments after work as well. Make your pregnancy relaxing for you; don’t make things too hard at work. If you need a day off, take one the baby is the most important thing to you. If you can examine your financial situation and if it is feasible, talk to your employer about part time as your pregnancy progresses.

Every new mom to be should know that they have legal rights when it comes to pregnancy. If you work in an office with 15 or more employees, it is against the law for your boss to discriminate against you for being pregnant. They have no right to cut your hours without talking to you. You may be feeling great and are ready to work like you always do. But there are some insensitive employers who do not care and only worry about their own situations.

Some employers suggest a leave of absence for you in this time, they cannot force you to but if you and your boss feel like it is in your best interest then do so. Do not let them drive you out. Stress is extremely bad for pregnant women so try to encounter as little as possible. Also, keep in mind that an employer has no right to ask you any question regarding your pregnancy. If you have a great relationship with your boss then it would be OK. But if you do not feel comfortable talking about it then it is OK.

Depending on your work relationship with your employee, you both may want to sit down and let them know when you are taking your maternity leave. You are allowed to be out 6 to 8 weeks to recover from childbirth. Depending also on the employer they do not have to pay you unless they have a policy on disabilities. You can look into that as well. Your doctor may want to suggest that you work up until certain weeks of pregnancy, if that is the case have the doctor write you a note and present it to your employer. Keep a copy of all notes given by your doctor to your employer.

Another important issue when working while you are pregnant is safety. If you feel there are certain aspects of the job that you feel are dangers to your baby then make the suggestion right away to your boss. The employer must provide a safe atmosphere for their workers whether they are pregnant or not. So don’t be afraid to make that suggestion. Also, every talk and every suggestion that you make with your employer regarding pregnancy, write down in a journal. You never know when you will need documentation.

There are some women who fear for their job when they find out that they are pregnant. They are afraid of being replaced or downsized. Rest assured that the law is on your side. An employer is not legally allowed to fire you or let you go base on the fact that you are pregnant. They cannot reassign you after the baby is born, they cannot cut your hours due to pregnancy unless you have agreed on it. The law is on your side, you may think that you have a great relationship with your employer but when it comes to pregnancy sometimes you just never know.

If you find yourself in that situation where you are told not to come back after maternity leave or they want to cut your hours, transfer you to another department there is help. Contact a lawyer and see what they can do to help you. In addition contact the Human Rights Department in your state. They are a great agency that helps workers with disputes against their employers. Pregnancy is supposed to be a great time in a woman’s life, don’t let the stress of work ruin it for you. Work should continue as it normally would and in case that you feel it isn’t then by all means, keep a journal and keep any and all documentation with you. Every time you make a suggestion make sure that you put in writing.

The law is on your side, if you have to file a lawsuit after the baby is born. Then you will have everything you will need. Hopefully, you will not have to do that, talk to your employer and see what happens. Make sure that you assure them that nothing will change. If something does then you will discuss it with them first. Communication is key.

Answer 16

nope its  ok and its something to keep you from eating everything you crave at home. lol  

Answer 17

I work in an office and have been since I became pregnant. I'm at 26 weeks. Once in a while put your feet up if you can and every 15 minutes they say to get up and walk around to get the blood moving. Congratulations and good luck!!!

Answer 18

no i work at a desk all day long. just get up and walk around a few times a day. i wish it was bad im so tired lol

Answer 19

It's completely fine!

Answer 20

lol. its fine to work, especially at 10 weeks, and at a desk. as long as you arent lifting anything and just takin it easy, you are fine;)

Answer 21

Working can't be to bad because they say excercise is good while your pregnant. The only thing that could probably be bad is when your pregnant you need a lot of rest and if your working you can't just lay down when you want. But i know people who worked all through their pregnancy. One in particular worked up until The day before she went into labor.  

Answer 22

work as long as you are comfortable. noone knows your body better than you unless the doctor forsees a problem.

Answer 23

I worked until I was 38-1/2 weeks.  I was induced at 39 weeks.  It isn't bad but it can be tough, especially in the beginning when you feel like c**p and can't keep your eyes open.

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