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[lena6238]

So I am 30wks and I work 40-45hrs a week on my feet. i know its not really that much but I am starting to become so exhausted. I don't have any complications or restrictions. And my OB told me to work up to my due date. I really only want to work 25-30 hours per week, which my employer would be happy to comply with. But I need a note from my OB. My question is will they give me these restrictions just because I'm tired and I want them? Also I feel awkward about asking everytime I go to the clinic. Afraid they will say no I guess and I would be devastated. Any advice??

[bakinglovemuffinnumber3]

Under fmla, you should be able to reduce your hours and have modifications to your workload. I'm 36 weeks pregnant And I bartend about 26 hrs a week on my feet and its rare I get a break so I can imagine how your feeling work 20 more hrs.. The further you get the harder its gonna be. I'm leaving 10 days before my DD and with my 2nd I left 2 days before I had her cuz I was only given 4 weeks off work even though I had a c section. Tell your doc you're stressed and are worried the hours will make u go into preterm labor and you just want to reduce hrs and your employer doesn't care. I can't imagine not having an understanding Dr that wouldn't write you a note.

[lena6238]

Kmarie did u ask them for limited hours or to go on maternity leave earlier??

[lena6238]

Aghh!! ^^ that's exactly what I'm afraid they will say.

[KMarie90]

I had this issue too so finally at 36 weeks I asked my doc and he said no and that I had to work right up until delivery. I was upset but they explained that there is no reason to not work. Hopefully you have more luck then I did. If you do have to work I would ask for an extra break and maybe the will be willing to help. Good luck!!

[Naturalista]

They sure will. My doctor tried to cut out my second job from the beginning but I wouldn't let her and I was perfectly fine. About a month ago I had enough and was happy hours were being cut. I decided go ahead and take me off the schedule for a while but I'm not going back since I have my full time job. All the walking and dealing with people worked my nerves so I'm glad I haven't been back. Just ask cause they are always willing to do what's best for you and baby.

[Bolton93]

yea my doctor did they dont care lol just ask them if they can write you a note limiting your work week to 25-30 hours because your boss makes you work more than you desire

[2wns_Mom_1]

Yes they will.. The Dr

[lena6238]

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