Heavy lifting during pregnancy?

Question

So I work in a restaurant kitchen where a lot of my work requires me to do heavy lifting. Like 30-50lbs boxes, heavy equipment, etc. My manager knows that I am expecting but so far i've been trying to tough the work out even though my lower back is in so much pain. What is the max you guys think I should be lifting, and when will I need to tell my manager that I need to be more careful about lifting things? Anyone else have a job where you are on your feet all day doing manual type labor?

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When I was pregnant with my first I was a cake decorator, so I was lifting 45 pound buckets of icing daily. I did that up until about 8 months pregnant with no problem. I think it really just depends on what your body is used to.

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Your body will tell you what you can handle! Just listen to it. I didn’t while I was moving and I lost my baby a few days later... some women can heavy lift the whole time!

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25 but see what works for you.. others may can lift 45 you may not. ask yourself is it worth risking your baby's health?

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If your lower back is in pain then it's too heavy. Listen to your body. Ask your doctor for letter for your work

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25lbs is the most lifting and tearing something is very dangerous in early pregnancy. I am a photographer and am constantly lifting heavy equipment but have been asking for extra help from the people around me. Now that they know I’m pregnant they are happy to help. Don’t hesitate to ask for help it isn’t worth the risk. When I did lift something around 50lbs I started cramping terribly and immediately was so angry with myself for chancing it.

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My ob said 25lbs but it really does depend on the person.

Heavy lifting during pregnancy?

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