Hey all . So I’ve been through it …really through it . I left my secure job of 14 years on 30th may , felt like I was ready to try something new . As I left that weds, I realised my period was late . This isn’t unusual but I took a test just for peace of mind . Well turns out I was pregnant. My mental health took a massive hit and I’ve been struggling with anxiety ever since .
I pushed my self to start the new job on Monday 6th June , managed the day but couldn’t get over my anxiety so took two weeks and then started last Monday as a “ new start “ . Anyways , the role is awful . It’s admin but all databases , I was under the impression it was going to be a minute of dealing with phone calls , admin and general . It’s more a call centres and the staff are miserable and not very friendly . So now I’m stuck . I’m hating the job , pregnant and severely anxious and worried about maternity . I can’t stick it out long enough to warrant SMP but with 18 years of work behind me surely I’m owed something somewhere ? I’ve never claimed a benefit in my life but feel I should get something for maternity .I’m also seeking work but I’m 9 weeks pregnant and probably not going to be looked at . The thing is I have some great skills and only left to try something different . Now I’m Beating myself up each morning . Wishing I never left and depressing myself more .