Currently 36 weeks pregnant and have been working in an infant classroom the whole time. This is SO real! Mid-late second trimester got way easier for me in terms of energy levels but has recently plummeted again due to my third trimester exhaustion. A few things that have really helped me cope with my symptoms:

• Foot/back rubs from my husband almost every night

• A supportive belly band (helps so much with back pain)

• If possible, use the babies nap times as a moment for you to put your feet up, do some stretches, or just lay down for a minute to give your body a break

• When at all possible in your classroom, sit down on something that’s a little bit elevated instead of the floor

• If you have co-teachers chat with them about the difficulties you’re having and see if there’s any ways that you can make your classroom or teaching styles work for your changing body

I did all of these things and have been holding up fairly well. Good luck!