physical jobs

[QueenFrost]

Update: I've been back to work since baby was 6 weeks old. One of the guys who used to hog the chairs quit so at least I usually have somewhere to sit. The one who was really bad though is still there. I remember begging him to let me sit down and he said he was busy on the computer and when I snuck a glance at the computer hr was on Facebook. He has said many times he has a degree and shouldn't have to do any physical work. He also says that its not up to him to let me sit when I need to he said "I'm not the one who got you knocked up."

Anyway. The Dr. Says the sprains can't heal unless I rest them. I need to be on crutches. But since I have a baby that isn't possible. He's a big 20 lb baby, too (100% breastfed). I only work 7 or 8 hrs a day now because I am breastfeeding, but I'm still doing a good amount of bending over and lifting and standing.

My friend is a neurosurgeon and thinks based on my symptoms I also have a slipped disc. My legs are numb a lot and I get an electrical jolt from hip to heel sometimes. I have been snapping at people lately. I'm in so much pain I'm angry all the time and that just isn't me.

Why are people such jerks? I can't get another job. Im in a niche industry and moved here just for this job. Its not too bad and I'd love it if it weren't for pain and my coworker.

 

[QueenFrost]

I quit on Friday. I'm a stay at home mom now, my SO is going back to work. He may not make as much as I did, but we will figure it out. I hurt my back more since my last post the Dr. Said it would never heal and once I am done breastfeeding I can get cortisone shots and pain meds which I will need for the rest of my life. I'm going go get a 2nd opinion though.

 

[emeeorevan]

I'm so sorry to hear about your injuries. Glad you get to stay home with lo. I pray things work out for you and your family. God bless.

 

[Geo2]

Terrible to hear of heavily pregnant woman being treated so badly, this shouldn't be allowed to happen! I would ask for time off immediately, do you not get maternity leave? if so, you should take it now. Can your partner support you instead??

 

[Geo2]

sorry to hear what happened to your back, youve really been thru it physically, hugs. I bet theres loads you can do for your back, rest will be the main thing, hope your getting on well now.