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Going to work while you are pregnant is a necessary evil for most women in the work force. Bills pay no heed to the fact that you are tired and just need to rest. There are ways to stay comfortable and deal with the many physical issues that arise while carrying a baby. Use the tips listed below to help you reduce stress and maybe even enjoy the time you spend at work. Staying Comfortable at Work: Take a load off - Try to elevate your feet as often as you can. Use another chair or invest in a foot rest to use while sitting at your desk. Pee early...and often - Go to the rest room when you feel the urge. The pressure on your bladder is more than likely your growing uterus. Emptying your bladder often will help your comfort level tremendously. Pimp your chair-If you are at your desk using your computer etc. then you need a comfortable chair so that your back and tush don't get too stressed out. If you have a run of the mill chair then use pillows to make the seat more cushy and soft for your growing behind!! Get off your tush - Sometimes sitting for too long can cause your legs and back to hurt. Get up and move around at least once an hour, or more often if you need to. Or...sit down-Being on your feet for too long can begin to take its toll on your back and legs, so if your job requires a lot of standing then allow yourself 10 minutes every hour to sit and rest before resuming your duties. Stretch out-Take time to stretch your muscles. Lean over, place your hands on your desk and stretch your back muscles. If you can find a place (Lounge sofa) to lay out for a moment or two it will give your tired muscles a little relief. Dress in layers - I am hot, no, I am cold. If you have this scenario happening to you 100 times a day then dress in layers. Wear short sleeves but bring a sweater or leave a soft hoodie on the back of your chair for those 2 or 3 minutes a day that you may feel cold. Dealing with nausea at work: Start snacking-- Food may be the last thing on your mind, but it's the best thing for your upset stomach. Keep snacks such as crackers, pretzels, rice cakes, muffins, biscuits, and seedless jam in your purse, desk drawer, or locker. Take small nibbles throughout the day to settle your stomach and keep your energy up. Bag your lunch-- Plan to eat small but frequent meals during the day so your stomach is never empty, and avoid fatty foods (that means anything fried!), which can be more difficult to digest. Choose foods that are high in carbohydrates (this is not the time to begin a low-carb diet) or protein, since both can help ward off nausea. Good choices (if you can stomach them) are whole-wheat toast or bagels, grilled chicken, low-fat yogurt, cheese, peanut butter (if there's no history of allergies in your family), and bananas. Pack an emergency kit-- Invest in washcloths, and don't leave home without two; a wet one secured in a plastic bag (a cool, damp washcloth can be very soothing when you're at your worst) and a dry one (for cleaning up afterward). Also arm yourself with mouthwash, mints, gum, a toothbrush, toothpaste, and a can of ginger ale (the real kind, not the sugary ones that don't have any ginger in them) or ginger tea bags - just in case. If you vomit frequently, be sure to have a clean shirt, foundation (or whatever makeup you use), and lip balm to freshen up. Avoid group dining If certain smells trigger your nausea, steer clear of them whenever possible. That may mean declining an invitation to lunch (especially if the restaurant suggestion couldn't sound less appetizing), shunning the company cafeteria, or passing on the regular happy hour gathering. Eat outside instead (fresh air will do you good), or in a room without other people and food. Drink wisely-- Though it's important to stay hydrated, try to drink mainly between meals and only a little bit at a time. You don't want to fill up on fluids - that makes it even harder to eat. Use a straw and take small sips. Choose warm or room temperature beverages instead of icy cold ones (they're easier to digest). If you have been vomiting a lot, you'll need to replenish some nutrients, so try drinks enriched with glucose, salt, and potassium (like Gatorade). Another quease-easing tactic: Keep a thermos of soup or a fruit smoothie nearby - a few sips can work wonders on your churning stomach, and provide some solid nutrients as well. |
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