So I will be 39 weeks this Friday and I considered taking my maternity leave starting next Monday to relax and take care of last minute things (meeting pediatrician, looking at daycares, making sure all new clothes are washed, etc). I work Mon-Fri and I have carpal tunnel in both wrist from pregnancy swelling at a job where all I do is use my hands. Due date is Oct. 26th, I'm only 1cm and 50% effaced, and my induction isn't scheduled until Nov. 1st. Do you think I should I leave a week before due date or should I push through? Please help.

Update: I ended up starting leave. My carpal tunnel got the best of me and my job was very accepting. Some coworkers even got me a target gift card 😊😊