Hi all! I am in third trimester with due date on Aug 1st. I haven’t yet told my boss or HR that I am pregnant and need help with communicating it correctly. My company had been going through a lot of org changes and I was super scared that if I disclose, I will be discriminated against. Over the last few months I interviewed for different internal roles and now have nailed down one which is final. As I accept the new role, I want to disclose my pregnancy to old and new boss but scared..

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I hate that in America mothers and fathers have to feel bad about taking off or disclosing a pregnancy.

Hi all,

I wanted to inform you that I am pregnant and I am due Aug 1st.

Coukd you please advise me of the maternity leave and the process to put in for it now?

I believe its that simple.

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Agreed! But, I wouldn't say it in email because it seems distant and cold. Instead, ask to have a separate call with each of your old supervisor and your new supervisor. Just say you're pregnant due Aug 1 and what your plans are for leave or if you haven't determined them say you're still working out your plans for leave and will update them after you meet with the benefits or HR person to work out your plan.

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If you're in the right company, they will understand. If not, you'll learn you were not in a good place and will be re-directed to something better

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That’s great perspective!

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I was really nervous to tell work too. I was recently promoted and my role helped start a new department, so I’m the only person at the company with my title. I felt like I would be letting them down after they had put so much faith in me.
Well, I told them and their response was nothing but genuine happiness for me. Work will always be a puzzle that has missing pieces. You are just one piece. And your life outside of work deserves you as much, if not more, than your company does. 💛

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Thanks for sharing. That’s is great to hear and congrats on your promotion!

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.. that it would be seen as misguided attempt to hide truth. From my perspective, I always wanted to disclose at end of first trimester but due to unexpected turmoil within org was super scared that I would not be considered for any opportunities and my career would be sidelined even before I become a mother. Please help!

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