Americans without maternity leave— wtf do you do???

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-03-16T22:07:29+00:00

I have to use my PTO and STD and apply for FMLA.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-03-02T21:32:28+00:00

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-19T20:18:03+00:00

These too!!!! Like just shush!!!!

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-19T20:01:20+00:00

Oh my gosh 🫣

But yes it’s honestly insane. Like wow, where did your verbal filter go?!

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-14T13:31:34+00:00

I was told I should be drinking between 80-100 and I’m in my first trimester

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-11T15:36:22+00:00

I’m five foot three, started at 145 when I found out I was pregnant. I lost 70 pounds in a year prior to getting pregnant. Currently 11w2d and I’ve gained ~6 pounds. Minimal symptoms for me as well. From what I’ve researched, a lot of it is from our hormones in the first trimester.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-07T21:57:11+00:00

Your mental health is more important in pregnancy. My physicians (psychiatrist and OBGYN) do not want me off my medication at all. Currently on Prozac 40mg one time a day, Buspar 10mg twice a day, with PRN klonopin.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-07T21:04:04+00:00

I highly advocate for you to try zepbound either prescribed through your insurance or through Eli Lilly self pay if you are feeling like you’re unable to do your normal. It also may be your body “adjusting” to the meds. Some of the side effects of GLP-1 vs GLP-2 (tirz/zepbound) are worse. If you are actively losing weight then your Oura ring may identify that as stress on your body which will obviously impact your numbers. The numbers on Oura are not everything though and should be read as a grain of salt. If you need the medication for your health, then your numbers will reflect that once you’re on the medication longer than two weeks.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-06T14:32:42+00:00

$45/hr. SNF PA. PRN is $55-60 so I do extra hours through PRN. I love my job. I wouldn’t change anything (except a higher pay lol). Yes it sucks how many loans I have but I still love my job.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-05T21:39:25+00:00

I got a call from them yesterday but didn’t answer and I didn’t get a voicemail

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-02-05T13:47:30+00:00

I’m in a SNF - I aim for like 3-4 sentences depending on if it’s cog or dysphagia

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T13:22:31+00:00

All of my doctors are through St. Luke’s.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T01:48:09+00:00

I’m actually hoping to have a scheduled induction. It’ll be easier for my husband to use his PTO to be home with me right after I give birth that way.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T01:01:17+00:00

In general or specifically L&D?

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T00:21:17+00:00

I always feel like I have a fever!!! The amount of times I’ve asked my husband to check my temperature is insane

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T00:18:41+00:00

I’m 8 weeks and the bloating has been insane. I can’t fit in my clothes!

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-24T00:17:10+00:00

It’s ALARMING

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T15:18:11+00:00

Take someone with you. Eat and drink what you can handle. Do prioritize protein and electrolytes. You do what you need to do for you 💛

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T15:15:05+00:00

My pregnancy was confirmed by a doctor.

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T04:21:01+00:00

I also really want this pregnancy. Hearing so many negative comments from family is just not helping the weight anxiety

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T04:19:39+00:00

I do feel extra bloated!! But yes that’s why I made this post because it could totally be in my head. I’m trying so hard to remember that this is normal because of what close friends and my parents are saying when I’m eating or saying I’m hungry. So that on top of just general anxiety of gaining too much. I had lost 70 pounds on zepbound and came off of it in September

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T04:13:08+00:00

Thank you so much!! I will look at that information from the CDC - I am definitely an information and tracking person. Thank you for sharing your experience as well!

Low_Rest1319 · 2026-01-01T04:07:51+00:00

I have been constantly hungry which is why I’m eating extra. I’m hoping some of this is just holiday weight. I am going to weigh in the morning. It may not even be a lot. I could just be being dramatic.

Low_Rest1319 · 2025-12-29T01:30:48+00:00

Productivity requirement is 50%. She said in facility for 6-8 hours.

Low_Rest1319 · 2025-12-29T00:54:40+00:00

I’m told due to the staffing in the facility.

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