My job requires I lift about 30 or so pounds. I'm moving manaquins. Also, I am painting with latex paint and climbing on ladders. Should I ask for a transfer or am I capable to do the job. When I lift it is sometimes heavy...sorta strain...but not terrible.
2007-03-22 18:34:18 · 4 answers · asked by Violet 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I started this job the day i got I found out I was pregnant.
2007-03-22 18:47:40 · update #1
Everything I ever read or was told by my doctors during my pregnancies was that you can continue lifting or doing any other physical activity that you were doing before you became pregnant as long as it doesn't cause you any pain or discomfort. In other words, if you were used to lifting 30 pounds before you got pregnant, you can keep on doing it. If you weren't, I would be careful, although 30 pounds isn't really that much, so it may not be a big deal. The paint fumes and the ladders are another story, though. I would watch any kind of chemical fumes and avoid anything that could cause you to fall. Remember, as your belly grows, your balance will be affected.
2007-03-22 18:44:34 · answer #1 · answered by animal lover 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as you have been doing this activity since before you were pregnant and there are no complications with your pregnancy, you should be able to continue lifting activity for a little while. Ladders are NEVER a good idea when you are pregnant. As for the paint, you should wear a mask and only paint in well ventilated areas (even not pregnant). I wouldn't suggest painting on a regular basis while pregnant. Getting the babies room ready is one thing. For all these activities you should check with your OBGYN, as I am not a doctor.
Regardless, congratulations and I wish you the best!
2007-03-22 18:41:43 · answer #2 · answered by Semicharmed 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd call your doctor just to be sure. The lifting doesn't worry me as much as the latex paint and ladders as long as it is weight that you are accustomed to lifting and not something that is a strain for you. Fumes aren't good and your center of gravity really shifts during pregnancy making falls more likely. I have coached gymnastics through 4 healthy pregnancies and that involved a good deal of lifting.
2007-03-22 18:39:13 · answer #3 · answered by anahahamama 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ask your doctor what is safe, i wouldnt know.
2007-03-22 19:27:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋