work?

[young_couple]

So i work with my mom at a job an hour away... i get paid good money but with the price off gas and everything i barely brake even... im only 18 and took this job before i knew i was prego. The baby dad owns his own business and makes good moneymost of the time. Should i keep my job even tho it stresses me out and i dont make enough to support myself?  If i should quit how do i tell my boss/mom? Please help and thank you

[2ndBabyDueFeb13th]

Its good to work but not if he job barely pays he bills and is more stress than its worth. U can find a job that pays that is closer and less stressful. He right job is important. Not just any job

[amberl91]

I work about 50+ hours a week. You shouldnt have to worry about miscarring. You know your limits though. If it tires you too much, dont work so much/ so hard. Only you know your body's limit. Listen to your aches and pains... naps are my favorite part of the day when time permits.

[Kjens12]

I talked to my boss last week and changed to half days. It has helped me a ton with my headaches. I like being able to contribute financially. I feel like if I hadn't been working though,  my pregnancy would have gone by really slow (I'm 31 weeks). It's a personal choice, but maybe find something close by part time. I

[specialmom]

Really, a growing fetus is not that vulnerable that working and activity should affect it unless you have a condition that requires that.  I just found that having some extra money, etc. was great.  AND, once you have a baby---  so much of your life is all about that.  It's nice to have your own thing going on.  that's just my opinion but most people I know worked their entire pregnancies with no ill effects and when they needed work later could show a history of working.  Employers like that type of thing.  But you have to do what is best for you.  good luck sweetie

[young_couple]

This job was suppose to be part time and then they just kept increasing my hours bc i had to pick up another persons slack... i just want to quit... my bf doesnt want me to have to work he would rather i stay home and take care of myself and the baby (7 weeks prego)  i feel like if i over work i could miscarrige

[amberl91]

If its possible, go down to part time. I think its best to keep busy, but not too busy. I drive alot for my jobs too, so i know how you feel.

[specialmom]

Oh, and I am a stay at home mom too.  I think it is awesome when a parent can stay home with their kids (if that is what they want to do) but before a baby arrives, I think working is good.  

[specialmom]

Personally, I think it is good for women to work. It gives you valuable experience beyond just the pay check for when you DO need a job.  Maybe that isn't the best job for you but you can look for something closer to home,  Or get yourself enrolled in some job training classes.  It's just good to have all that as back up in case you have to support yourself at some point without help from your partner.  good luck

[Kjens12]

If it is financially not worth it, I would quit. Though that's a situation you and your partner should discuss. I don't need to work, but to me the extra income is worth it because it's paying for the baby stuff and allowing us to increase our savings. I'm not coming back once the baby is born, because we can afford for me to stay home.