I’m 9 weeks pregnant and just got an offer for a new firm. I already confirmed I’m eligible for maternity leave day one. The maternity leave is less than what’s offered at my current firm (by one paid month) Could I use this to negotiate a larger signing bonus? Is it a bad idea to disclose I’m pregnant prior to starting?

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Can't imagine someone would say yes to more money when you're telling them it's so you can go out for several months in 7 months. Negotiate for it on other terms, but I'm not sure this is the route.

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And I wouldn't disclose the pregnancy until you're done with your first trimester.

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I wouldn't use this as leverage. Find another reason if you must.

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Is it really one month longer, or does the firm you’re leaving tack on PTO with parental leave (most do, and it isn’t “counted” when someone asks about parental leave length)?

If you want to try for a signing bonus, I certainly would not give the justification that it’s for/in lieu of additional paid parental leave.

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Also current firm gives up to $50,000 for fertility benefits, which can be used for doulas and night nurses. I hate the firm otherwise but man the benefits are great.

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