working ??

[Aidensmommy1]

Im 25 weeks pregnant,when should i stop working ? Its starting to take a tole on my body ?Any suggestions ?

[GeekMom1213]

I worked as a CNA until 38 weeks with my son and my midwives told me I had to stop at that point because they were worried about my blood pressure and my ankles were swelling pretty severely. But until then I was on my feet all day lifting and moving patients constantly in a really fast paced high stress environment. Staying active kept my body strong and my mind engaged and made for an easy labor (relatively speaking of course) and healthy baby.

[jasmine20h]

Its up to you. I'm 35 weeks & was working two jobs quite my other one two weeks ago & on leave with my other one which is my last day was yesterday.

[jennyr1991]

What kind of job do u work at?? Im 29wks i work at a frozen yogurt place as manager it involves carrying but my co workers help me with that..

[AshleighMcneil]

I was thinking the same thing!  Yeah id say more or less your working conditions and job type. I am a personal assistant and im constantly on my feet going up and down stairs and lifting things. My boss is a female with children and said I could leave when ever best suits me however she did say that she would like me to finish up once I hit the eight month mark, only as my tummy is already knocking paperwork and coffees off of tables !!! Rather to my embarrassment lol

[katieangel27]

I work with adults with disabilities and behavioral difficulties and on my feet constantly. I went off work at 34weeks as it became too much mentally and physically.

[mckaylas_momma1018]

Ideally speaking and if nothing goes wrong- im working all the way up to delivery...  I have a desk job and I know it will s u c k and ill be uncomfortable (im due in 7 weeks) but its almost over and ill be grateful for all the time I get to spend with my beautiful baby girl after delivery.

[ammanda]

Totally up to you, your body, your doctor and employer. I know how u feel though. I'm about 30 weeks now. I've worked 5 days, 40 hours a week from the start. I'm on my feet the whole time bartending. I'm cutting down to 3 days and 20 hours in 2 weeks at 8 months. Then I'll be done for good at 37 weeks.

[doulamommy]

Depends on what you do and what your doc/midwife advises. Some women work up to thirty eight weeks, others only go to the start of their third tri. It's really up to you, your employer, and your doctor.

[pumpkin_buns]

Depends on your work environment.  Most of my family members work to the very day of delivery. But they all had healthy pregnancies with no complications and had jobs that didn't require heavy lifting or harsh conditions.  
It's definitely up to you.