Anyone been signed off work?

[NewKidOnTheBlock99]

Hi All,

New here and could do with some advice…
I’m having a really terrible time at work at the moment, it’s an incredible stressful period and I’m struggling to cope. I’ve been getting really anxious and Ill (insomnia, headaches, panic attacks, crying all the time) the dr is worried about my blood pressure & thinks I need to be signed off for a couple of weeks but I’m worried the damage it will do just leaving everyone in the lurch. They are doing me a favour giving me enhanced mat leave, and waiting on a pay rise to be signed off - also I know after two weeks off I’ll be known as the one who can’t cope.

I’m so stressed out and worried about what harm I’m doing to my baby but I don’t know what to do for the best… it should get better in a week or two but atm it’s just so overwhelming I’m miserable…

Anyone else get signed off for stress? What was your experience?

Should mention I’m currently 16 weeks!

Have you spoken with your manager about your stress levels at work? If things can be put in place to manage your workload and reduce your stress you wouldn't need to be signed off?

That said, definitely don't feel bad if reducing stress at work proves difficult and you need some time off. Your health is a priority and work will be fine.