Season #1, Episode #28: The Pregnant Construction Chick!?
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In this episode, Leslie is your host while she takes on you a journey through her eyes to see what it was like to work as a pregnant electrician in construction back in 2004 to 2005 in New York. Leslie made the choice to expand her family, back in 2005, when she welcomed a 8 lb., 3 oz. baby boy named Johnny. Today, Johnny is a 16-year-old active teenager who is working on finishing high school and then moving onto college to become a future electrical engineer. Leslie shared how she tried to hide her pregnancy as long as possible in order to keep working while dodging discrimination. She also shares stories of different jobsites, co-workers and peers, and the various challenges she faced along the way. We do not recommend that you work as far along as Leslie did during her pregnancy or tackle the various hazards faced while on the job. Leslie gave an overview of what it was like for a pregnant woman to have toxemia over 16-years ago. Always speak with your obstetrician and follow the physician’s orders to ensure a safe labor and delivery for both mother and baby. If a triggering discussion, enter this episode at your own discretion and risk. Check out the website www.ConstructionTales.com for more information.
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