Suitable for all staff

We will look at: Pregnancy overview by trimester including likely needs of the individual How pregnancy can impact behaviors and productivity at work Attending Antenatal care – rights and pay. Likely additional medical appointments for those with a subsequent pregnancy after loss   Pregnancy safety in the workplace including flexibility and adjustments such as:

• standing or sitting for long periods
• lifting or carrying heavy loads
• long working hours
• temperature
• working at height
• workstation and posture issues
• work-related stress

“Hyperemesis Gravidarum” (Pregnancy sickness) awareness: Around 80% of women suffer from Pregnancy sickness. 85% of pregnant women have two episodes of nausea per day. What is pregnancy sickness and why does it occur? How can you support someone who is suffering from Pregnancy sickness? Ideas for flexibility and adjustments in the workplace to support those suffering with Pregnancy sickness Advice for those suffering with pregnancy sickness Support available