Help needed

[Newb16]

Ok guys, I’m in a sticky situation. Stupidly when I was about 7 weeks pregnant I gave up my job because it was 2 hours from home. I loved it but I worked there on a self employed basis so I didn’t have much support. I decided to grab an insurance job close to home but I HATE it. Very Bitchy, repetitive and strict. I also took a huge pay cut. Now I’m in my fourth week and I haven’t even been in, I’m too sick and the idea of going back makes my anxiety go through the roof. I’m currently 13 weeks and have Some interviews lined up, but after just waking up after a good sleep feeling EXAUSTED and being violently sick, I just don’t know what I’m going to do. I’m going to have to prove myself in any job that I get and I just can’t do it at the mo. Anxiety through the roof. DH was the one who wanted me to leave original job and although he’s lovely I can tell he’s so so stressed. Help! Any ideas? Anyone been here before? First time for me posting. Hope everyone is well. blush

Welcome @Newb16

I wasnt in exactly the same situation but I ended up leaving my job due to anxiety and stress prior to finding out I was pregnant (Im around 7/8 weeks). The truth is I was so poorly, shaking at the thought of going in and the increased pressure from an unsupportive manager. I was signed off initially but then after discussions with my DH we decided that it was in the best interests of my health to leave. Financially we have struggled but have seen the dramatic difference in my mood (I am also on a low dose of anti-depressant). I am so much healthier and happier.

I have worked since being 15 so it has been very strange. I have been fortunate to be offered employment recently, and it is something I am seriously considering but it is important I feel that it is the right step while being realistic that we need the income.

We sat down prior to me handing my notice in, worked out our finances and what we would need to cut out or reduce. We also discussed this with close family. The most important thing to remember is your baby needs you to be as well as you can be.