I was laid off in March while pregnant due to a reduction in force. I received three months of severance pay, which I used to search for a new job. Despite my efforts, I went through numerous interviews and made it to the final rounds for two positions, but both ended in rejection. Now, at 32 weeks pregnant, I feel completely hopeless about my situation. I know I need to pause my job search since I’ll be having my baby in August, but the anxiety about the future is overwhelming. While I’m excited to spend time with my newborn, I can’t shake the fear of how I’ll re-enter the job market after being out for so long. It’s discouraging that I’m not even landing roles I’m highly qualified for. I guess I’m just venting here. People keep telling me it will all work out, but it’s hard to see any light at the end of the tunnel.