I wanted to share something I’m grappling with. My manager recently mentioned that I shouldn't go to the bathroom shortly after lunch, suggesting I should wait until lunch breaks. However, I’m on my period, and sometimes I just need to go. I'm not sure how to approach this without causing tension. Has anyone faced a similar situation? How did you handle it? Your advice would be helpful!

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Keep going as needed. This is ridiculous on your manager’s part. As an HR person, it usually annoys me to no end when people say “go to HR” but in this case it would be totally justified.

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Thanks, I was just so shocked that this was even bought up.

I agree with SM1. This is wild and honestly, unacceptable. I'd ignore it and keep a little notes list of things this manager has done in case you ever need the receipts.

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I'm so sorry about this. Micromanaging someone's bathroom time is actually terrible. I didn't go through the same, but something similar, and I talked to my manager about it, making them understand that it was for health issues other than just something I could control.

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I don't have a health issue but I do get heavy periods. They didn't ask anything just made me feel like I'm skiving.

That’s just …. Yeah something I won’t say but nothing I would ever stand for🤣 you are human and have access to a toilet when you want not when your manager tells you to , she can’t control your bladder!

That is just OTT. Bathroom breaks are a basic need, and especially during your period it is non-negotiable. I would push back calmly but firmly—frame it as a health issue, not a preference. If they still argue, escalate!

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