Any pregnant 🐠 out there struggling with exhaustion? I feel like I’ve been hit with a horse tranquilizer, and it’s a struggle to push through the day!

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I’m a dude, but you have my full sympathy. Having worked with pregnant consultants, the struggle has been obvious, despite our best efforts to help. We all must do more.

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You’re growing a human; that’s your priority. If you’re not given a break given the circumstance, I’d advise you to seek alternative arrangements. Partner here FWIW. I hope PwC leadership supports you - make sure the right people are aware and please don’t push yourself too hard. It’s one of the few times in life you’re afforded a break.

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My manager was pregnant and she mentioned her exhaustion was so bad that she could barely get out of her chair to lie down. I hope you feel better soon! Sending support ❤️❤️❤️

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I had an iron deficiency and it got better when I supplemented. You might want to blood test just to rule something out.

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Take your vitamins, eat better/more as the future consultant in your womb is doing his/her best to exceed all meal limits each and every day

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