https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:35:55 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796495 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 23:27:36 +0000 turquoisemama 1796495@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsMccarthy: Yeah most of the time at work I feel like I'm dragging a sack of bricks behind me. :bummed: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796492 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 23:18:37 +0000 MrsMccarthy 1796492@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>amazed by all of you here on your feet constantly pregnant! I am so exhausted and can hardly keep up with my toddler at home and at least I can lay down here and there quite often. You ladies are amazing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796465 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 22:39:29 +0000 turquoisemama 1796465@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsB2012: Yes there are many times when I just want to cry, but I know if I start I won't be able to stop!</p> <p>@betsy616: I haven't had swelling yet, but I'm definitely going to get some socks or something for when it's starts. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796436 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 21:51:05 +0000 betsy616 1796436@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm a teacher, and standing most of the day (although nothing like what it sounds like you have to do!) During my last pregnancy, my OB suggested compression socks. I was dubious, but I bought a pair of Sockwell compression knee socks. They helped so much with the swelling of the later part of my pregnancy. I've continued to wear them even post-pregnancy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796432 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 21:42:09 +0000 MrsB2012 1796432@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Another nurse here. I work 10.5 hour split shifts, so it's a 16 hour day altogether. It was really tough, especially on those busy days. Sometimes I had to go sit in my med room where no one could see me, sit on the floor and just cry for a few minutes haha. Near the end I just sat every chance I got as it's very common to just not get breaks. I made sure I had good runners for my feet and that helped. This time I'm going to get the insoles that we get covered through medical and I think I might also try the support stockings. I also went for massages every two weeks and went to the chiropractor about once a month. ( Thank goodness for good benefits. ) I went off work early, at 31 weeks as recommended by my Dr. I think I could have worked a little longer, but luckily in Canada, I can take a medical leave if my Dr agrees. Just do your best to eat and drink and get your feet up as often as you can. It's tough, you're not alone! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796425 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 21:22:03 +0000 Ash 1796425@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I work as a nurse and worked up until I was 39 weeks - on my feet for 8-12hr shifts many times not eating or drinking for hours at a time. I always went home wanting to die. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796104 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:17:50 +0000 turquoisemama 1796104@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Espion: Also it doesn't help that in the restaurant business, he management is not very well versed in pregnant employees, so the last time I told my male manager I couldn't work a morning shift because of morning sickness, he jokingly called me a drama queen...so inappropriate. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796102 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:14:44 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 1796102@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Espion: that's why you surger-ize and I do medicine ;). But seriously, how do you do a five hour case?! I'd have to pee long before that! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796100 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:13:37 +0000 turquoisemama 1796100@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Seattlemom: Yeah luckily I'm down to only three shifts a weeks, but of course those are the most bust ones!</p> <p>@Espion: Yeah it's not fun and I'm at the end of my rope. I have a huge stash of snacks and water, but it's hard for my to drink a ton of water since I'm still a little nauseous. Luckily I have four days off this week so I'm going to spend it hydrating and getting fat with my feet up! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796095 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:07:58 +0000 Espion 1796095@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Jacks: Oh, I got over the 5 hour cases reeeeeal quick. Plus, the bigger my belly got, the harder it was to reach the patient! I got to be an expert in a half-twist maneuver. But 5 hours at once is not 16 hours of ER consult after direct admit...it would have seriously tested my sanity if I did this during residency. </p> <p>@MrsHansen82: Yeow! I worked at a restaurant through college, and that is tough. I would stash a water bottle in the kitchen, if you can, and I would seriously commandeer a stool to sit on while you take a breath. Definitely take some high protein snacks too. Maybe you can negotiate shorter, but more shifts? But dang, when you're in the weeds, there's not a whole lot you can do. :/ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796093 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:02:11 +0000 lady grey 1796093@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsHansen82: I'd definitely recommend you start wearing support stockings. They make ones for pregnant ladies that go all the way over your belly too. Don't just get the basic ones like they have at Nordstrom,, you will need medical grade ones! They can help your blood flow, decrease swelling and help you feel more energetic.</p> <p>I am a nurse but only work part time. At least one shift per week I am on my feet and doing a ton of walking for 8 hours. It was rough when I was preg with LO. Luckly there is a lot of flexibility with my position and I was able to decrease my hours doing my job that keeps me standing all day. My OB had me stop working at 34 weeks... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796074 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 15:42:31 +0000 turquoisemama 1796074@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MsMini: yikes that is scary that you're cramping. I thought I was last night but then I stopped to eat.</p> <p>@Mrs.Panda: I work in a really bust restaurant that is non stop people. It's great money, but it is so exhausting.</p> <p>@ninjaduck: Thanks I'll try a support band.</p> <p>@Mrs. Jacks: Sounds scary and exhausting! I hoe I can stop working before then.</p> <p>@Cherrybee: Omg 4 hour drive every day?? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796049 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 15:25:17 +0000 MsMini 1796049@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am a NICU nurse so lots of running around/on my feet time and shifts that range from 8-16 hours and day and night shifts! I do try to get off my feet as much as possible (feed babies sitting on a stool, etc) but really busy days I get really crampy, and at 23 weeks now I have already had to lie down/drink water due to periods of contractions. My last pregnancy I had to work a reduced schedule from 28-34 weeks due to PIH, hand was put on modified bed rest from 34 weeks on though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796036 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 15:07:30 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 1796036@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Espion: but you do surgery which I think is so physically and mentally demanding. I think that would take more of a toll in a way! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1796034 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 15:05:30 +0000 Espion 1796034@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Jacks: Yikes. Thank goodness I was doing about 70% research/30% clinical while I was pregnant with E, and that saved me. Right now, I just take my breaks when and if I can. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795996 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:37:17 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 1795996@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm a doctor and sometimes when I'm on service it can be an 80-90 hr week where I'm on my feet constantly. During those times I have very little sleep and sometimes do 16 hr night shifts. Very bad for growing babies, but we all do it! When I was 36 weeks my doc called my boss to get me out of night shifts because I was swelling like a balloon and developed pih. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795989 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:20:48 +0000 Cherrybee 1795989@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was rolling out a training project while I was pregnant. I wouldn't say my job itself was physically demanding but the commute to the office was brutal enough (a two hour drive followed by a 40 minute tube ride - each way) and I was travelling all over the country running training sessions. Like you, I found it hard to take breaks (eat/drink/loo) when I needed to because you can't just stop a training course whenever you need a snack! But..... and this is my advice to you..... you have to. You have to be assertive where your needs are concerned because if you don't look after yourself then who is going to look after you? Please, please take care your yourself and make sure you get enough fluids particularly. Can you take a water bottle with your wherever you go at work? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795755 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:37:11 +0000 ninjaduck 1795755@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just stopped working at 34 weeks. I'm a gymnastics coach and my job involves running/jumping, moving mats and equipment, spotting, etc. I did a lot of stuff I shouldn't have, but I can't not do it and have the kids not learn anything either. The other coaches helped me when they could, but it was probably the thing that made this pregnancy seem the hardest. If you start getting sore, I recommend a belly support belt, it really helped my back and hips on the days where I just didn't get a break or a chance to sit. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795731 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 03:25:32 +0000 Mrs.Panda 1795731@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsHansen82: What do you do? I try to make myself drink 60 ounces of water a day but I admit I'm not the best drinker :( </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795729 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 02:29:28 +0000 turquoisemama 1795729@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs.Panda: Yeah I just really need to focus on getting a minute or two to snack and drink. I've been slacking but tonight was bad enough to make me check myself. I have such a headache from not drinking enough! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795727 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 02:19:24 +0000 Mrs.Panda 1795727@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I work as a nurse so I am on my feet and running around for hours at a time for 12.5 hour shifts. It's taxing but I make sure to make time to drink water and grab a snack when I can. It's crazy and my feet are killing me (I'm 28 weeks now) but it's doable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-have-a-physically-demanding-job-during-pregnancy#post-1795724 Sun, 03 Aug 2014 00:32:45 +0000 turquoisemama 1795724@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a job where I'm walking around quickly on my feet for at least 5-6 hours at a time and sometimes it's hard for me to stop and eat or drink. I'm just worried I'm going to overdo it. I have been worried the whole pregnancy, but today I had a particularly busy shift and I'm completely exhausted. Anyone else in my shoes or have been in the past? P.S I'm 17.5 weeks . </p>