Standing Standing can bring on symptoms in some women. Lie down each morning and each afternoon for 15-30 minutes. If you work outside the home and have to stand most of the time, take 15-minute breaks in the morning and afternoon when you can put your feet up. Sit down while you work or when preparing meals. You might try keeping your feet on a box under your desk.
Most women can work without problems throughout their pregnancies.
For some, the physical activity of work can bring on preterm labor symptoms. Pay special attention to any symptoms that happen at work. This is especially important if you perform hard physical work or if your work involves vibrating machinery. Check with your employer to see if any of the following steps might be possible Change to a different department while you are pregnant where the work is not so physically difficult. Work part time for a few months.