Teaching and pregnant

Hi! Any soon to be mommas out there that are teachers? I’m due mid Nov and I feel like I just can’t hang like I used to. Im emotional and just so drained after work and was wondering if there’s anyone out there that feels the same and what you are doing to push through!

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Hi Ashley!! I am in the same boat! Due early November and I teach elementary ed so I am on my feet a lot and running a mile a minute 7:15-4:15 everyday to keep up with their energy. I either feel teacher or momma guilt when I have to prioritize one over the other. It’s definitely taken a toll on me and Im experiencing pre term labor so I was medically required to be out of work this week.

I am trying my best to prep, but reasonably modifying lessons, when I can to deliver the best quality content for my kiddos whether I’m at work or they have a sub. I’m also taking advantage of my entire planning period and shutting my door to let colleagues know that I need to take advantage of the 40 minutes we get a day to plan and also rest(off my feet) when I can.

At the end of the day, baby girl is healthy AND if she isn’t at her best, neither am I! So then I can’t show up for my students/kiddos! It’s okay to prioritize yourself, set boundaries, and voice your concerns!

thank you so much for sharing this!!! I gotta remind myself to prioritize mine and the babies health! I definitely try to take advantage of my prep but we only get an hour a week and like you, I teach elementary so I always feel like I’m on the go lol
I hope everything goes well with you and baby!!

I work at a daycare/ preschool and I’m definitely not able to get up and down off the the floor like I use to my ankles are starting to disappear 😂

PreK teacher here & 31w. It’s tough! I can’t keep up.

2nd grade teacher and 31w. My feet feet swell up every day. I can’t stand like used to. I brought in a rocking chair. Taking my class up three flights of stairs is the worst. I get out of breath.

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