Just Started School & Pregnant

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I just started an LPN program last week and found out (unexpectedly) that I am pregnant with my 4th child! I know I can make it through the program because I WANT to. My question is do I have to notify the school? Or is it not really that important? I haven't even had my first OB visit yet... I am nervous that they may suggest I take time off. They can't force me, right? I really am uneasy about everyone finding out.

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i'm not really sure. i would let them know, just in case. it will be hard to attend your classes when you are 8 months pregnant, no? i don't think they can force you to do anything you don't want to, but i'd tell them, just to give them a heads up. they may be able to work with you.

good luck!

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Someone I knew had to bring a Dr's note to the DON every 2 weeks for clearance.

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Hey! Congratulations! In my RN program the pregnant students have to bring a medical release from their OB so school will not be held reliable. They cannot keep you from school! As long as you follow their rules!

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I had several pregnant students and they did very well. One student hid her pregnancy, as an instructor I wish I knew earlier since I would have lightened her assignment. It can be done, and congrads.

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I would say hide it for as long as possible....You will need some kind of medical clearance definitely but it's not an urgency to inform them so soon.

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Specializes in LTC, Psych.

Congratulations! You CAN do this. I worked two jobs with two of my pregnancies and went into labor at the end of my shift both times (waitress). Due to financial issues, I took 1 week off work and went right back. Now, of course they were lady partsl, uncomplicated pregnancies & deliveries. It is possible to reach your goal!!

You will probably need a Dr's. note the further along you get. I don't believe they can kick you out, but I would still withhold this info until about month 3.

Good luck!

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Congratulations! You CAN do this. I worked two jobs with two of my pregnancies and went into labor at the end of my shift both times (waitress). Due to financial issues, I took 1 week off work and went right back. Now, of course they were lady partsl, uncomplicated pregnancies & deliveries. It is possible to reach your goal!!

You will probably need a Dr's. note the further along you get. I don't believe they can kick you out, but I would still withhold this info until about month 3.

Good luck!

Wow, that's amazing. :yeah:

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Specializes in Cardiac Thoracic Surgery, Emergency Med.

I would let them know, to be sure you are not put in a position to be exposed to medications/illnesses that would put your baby/pregnancy at risk. You will be doing clinical work in hospitals and can be exposed to things you really shouldn't be exposed to. They cannot ask you to leave school because you are pregnant. Good luck to you!

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Specializes in Pediatric/Adolescent, Med-Surg.

I would let them know, especially if there's any chance you could be taking care of pt's with CMV, Chemo (even if you aren't giving it, it's still in their body fluids), or cat scratch fever.

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Specializes in Pediatrics.

Star 33...CONGRATS!!! You shouldn't have to shout it to everyone that your pregnant...its your business, but like some of the other have suggested you may want to let your clinical instructors know. One of my classmates during our first semester of nursing school was pregnant. Just her luck she was planning to have her baby at the site we had. She delivered one day and two days later walked down from her cozy hospital bed on the 3rd floor and did clinical for 4 hours on the 2nd then was forced to leave by our instructor who was COMPLETELY supportive. No reprimanding or extra work! Hope it works out for you!

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I was pregnant through my first semester of school. Due during exam week. Just delivered my son 2 weeks ago.

I told my professors up front as an FYI. Since this was my second child and I had a great pregancy and delivery with my first, I explained to them that I did not expect any problems with this pregnancy. I NEVER used my pregnancy as an excuse for them to go easy on me. I worked my A$$ off to show them I was very serious about the program. I did 8 hour clinicals throughout my third trimester. All of my professors were supportive, the only concession they made was when to take my final exams, which I scheduled after my son was delivered. OH, and I never had to get a medical clearance from my Dr. I guess every school is different.

Frankly, I think your professors would appreciate you being up front about your pregnancy. If you demonstrate that you are dedicated to the program, I think they would be supportive.

My two cents.

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