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emily127 · 27/06/2017 12:22

I'm 31 weeks and struggling so hard right now. I've had a lot of time off work due to dizziness, appointments etc. and after my midwife appointment today she's confirmed I have PGS. It's so uncomfortable to even move and so I've had to phone work again today to let them know I'll be off. I feel like my manager, work colleagues and my partner are all starting to lose empathy for me because my pregnancy has been a struggle and I am constantly moaning or taking time off work. It's hard to talk to anyone about it because I feel like I'm just playing the 'pregnancy card' and that no one believes me. Not sure if this is true or if it's just some form of anxiety, I feel miserable, I'm not excited for the baby, I just can't wait to not be pregnant anymore. Baby was completely unplanned, and I am consultant lead so it's been hard - anyone else ever felt like this?

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emily127 · 27/06/2017 12:34

*PGP

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watchingitallagain · 27/06/2017 13:30

I had What was first diagnosed with PGP and later transient osteoporosis in my first pregnancy. I was 'made redundant' whilst on maternity and I'm quite sure it's because they saw me as a pain in the arse. Luckily, my husband could see how difficult I was but a lot of my friends could have visited more than they did. It was a really difficult time. Flowers

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watchingitallagain · 27/06/2017 13:33

Should also add that I felt better as soon as I'd come around from my spinal. I made loads of new friends through baby groups and I loved being on maternity leave. Just because your pregnancy has been a bit shit doesn't mean the rest of it will be.

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emily127 · 27/06/2017 18:59

@watchingitallagain yup I feel like I'm being a pain in the arse for my work too!! Oh wow, I've never heard of that.. I guess it's pretty painful? Tell me about it, I've lost a few friends from this pregnancy. It's hard going, thank youFlowers

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watchingitallagain · 27/06/2017 21:43

Yeah, it hurt. But I've gone on to have another child and I'm expecting again so there must be some truth when everyone says you forget.

I'd say they weren't proper friends to begin with if they can forget about you when you're feeling down. You really will make new mates if you want to. I'm not saying baby talk is the most riveting conversation you'll ever have but you'll always have something to say!

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watchingitallagain · 27/06/2017 21:44

Would it be easier for your work to plan if you were signed off for longer?

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emily127 · 27/06/2017 22:19

Guess it will all be worth it in the endSmile yeah I think that too, at least it's shown the type of people that I need and those I don't.

They'd be able to cope with me leaving earlier but I can't afford to unfortunately, I'm still on probation so only get 6 weeks pay then on SMP so want to continue to get my normal wages as long as possible. Thanks for the advice x

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