Do you think it would be tough to stay working throughout the whole pregnancy as a cashier...which includes standing for 8 hours at the most and lifting a few heavy things...such as 24 packs of bottled water.
What would be the hardships? If a person usually works 6-8 hour shifts, do you think she should request fewer hours?
2007-01-17 12:09:01 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
oh...i have wonderful employers...
2007-01-17 12:32:55 · update #1
I am a nurse and worked up until 8 months pregnant, I didn't get to sit down for 8-10 hours either and was constantly running around on my feet. I'd come home and my ankles and feet were extremely swollen and they hurt. If you choose to continue working, work less hours and ask your employer if you can sit on a stool...they should be understanding if you are pregnant.
2007-01-17 14:18:51 · answer #1 · answered by Momof2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked as a cashier at Walmart while is was pregnant with my second child. The doctor said it was totally ok but to take frequent breaks maybe like sitting on a bench for a few minutes to take to pressure off your ankle in the latter months. Well when I was 6 months pregnant i started spotting and he made me(threaten to put me in the hospital with bathroom privileges only) stop working. Found out the placenta was ripping away from my uterus.Scary. But in an uneventful pregnancy i would think it is okay to work up to the end of the pregnancy. Good Luck!
2007-01-17 12:23:22 · answer #2 · answered by momof3 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The key is to work only as much as you feel able... don't push yourself. If you can tolerate standing with lower back support (prop one leg on a foot stool, lift only what you're comfortable lifting and no more) you can work up until you're due. You may need a doctor's note in order to have reduced hours or limit your responsibilities, but most employers will accomodate you. It's easier for them to make the changes to keep you working than it is to hire someone else because you cannot fulfill the duties they ask of you.
2007-01-17 12:25:27 · answer #3 · answered by chamely_3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its very rough standing on your feet all day while pregnant. I worked as a cashier until my 8th month of pregnancy then I had to be put on maternity leave because the standing was making me dialate. I would recommend less hours or going on maternity leave.
2007-01-17 12:14:07 · answer #4 · answered by Julia G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of people work during pregnancy, at factories, grocery stores, walmart, you name it. it should be fine just talk to your boss about maybe taking an extra break if needed. and the heavy lifting thing the wieght limit is usually 25 pounds. and i dont think water weighs that much so you should be fine.
2007-01-17 12:21:40 · answer #5 · answered by cute redhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i worked at sears when i was pregnant i was a cashier also i worked 8 hours a day but they gave me a chair to sit in when my foot got tired it worked out really good
2007-01-17 12:16:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, i think working as a cashier would be an easier job for a working pregnant woman. i am a waitress and worked up until the day i had my first child.
2007-01-17 12:12:51 · answer #7 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The standing wouldn't be a problem if you wore some good support hose, but the lifting wouldn't be good for you.
2007-01-17 12:15:34 · answer #8 · answered by a heart so big 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was a waitress up untill about 8 months, your body or the Dr Will tell you when is the best time to take it easy
2007-01-17 12:13:44 · answer #9 · answered by shannon m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do it until your body says thats enough! im a cashier at target and im only 6 weeks pregnant but im gonna try to do it for as long as i can.
2007-01-17 12:50:06 · answer #10 · answered by Rileysmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋