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Discrimination of health/ pregnancy in a workplace !

Enough is enough.

Over the last few days I’ve experienced one of the most frightening times of my life. At 20 weeks pregnant, I was admitted to maternity triage with severe abdominal pain, back pain and pregnancy complications. I was later told my cervix was opening and had to undergo an emergency cervical stitch to try and keep my baby safe.

Throughout this, I kept my employer informed, sent my self-certification as advised by my GP and emailed my sick note. Instead of receiving understanding during a genuine medical emergency, I’ve been ignored, removed from the work group chat and left without any communication.

Being pregnant does not make someone unreliable. Having a medical emergency is not “going off sick” by choice. No one should be made to feel guilty or punished for something completely beyond their control.

The lack of compassion and professionalism shown during one of the most vulnerable moments of my life has been deeply upsetting. It has added unnecessary stress at a time when my only priority should be protecting my daughter.

I won’t apologise for putting my health and my baby’s life first. No job is worth risking either.

To everyone who has stood by me, thank you. Your support has meant everything. As for the rest, I hope one day you never have to experience being treated this way during what should be a time of care and understanding.