I am not the kind of person to give up easily. I like a challenge, I like to keep busy and I don't always like to ask for help. So it was hard for me to admit to myself that I had too much on my plate. All of the signs were there though. Falling onto the sofa at 6 and passing out for 2 hours, losing my temper with anyone and everyone, dizziness and a sinus cold. So yesterday I went to see my GP, explained my symptoms and was signed off of work for a week. *sigh* They are running tests to see if there are any other problems (anemia mostly I think) but not having to go to work is such a weight off my shoulders! I am finally able to concentrate on my family and most importantly, myself! Last night I was able to go to sleep without any of the terrible backache that I had grown so accustomed to, no terrible Braxton Hicks contractions... just nice peaceful sleep, albeit with pillows tucked around me to support my growing belly, but sleep!
I know that at the end of the week I'll have to start preparing myself for work again, but I'm really hoping that my week of self pampering will rejuvenate me enough so that I can manage the next few weeks before maternity leave without too much trouble or exhaustion.
Hey, we all need a little boost sometimes!
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