I'm currently on matleave in Canada (12 months). My kid is 7months and I am in the process of interviewing again. I do not mind going back to work earlier than expected. I've had a couple of interviews where I leave out that I'm on matleave. Should I mention that I'm currently not at work? I feel like people's attitude changes when I do mention that I am currently on leave.

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No, you’re not obligated to mention it, and you’re not imagining the attitude change. It’s very real, and I also experienced that when I was interviewing and upfront about being on mat leave. After having multiple offers revoked after I mentioned it, I haven’t made that mistake again.

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Yes, it’s a sad reality. As soon as I told previous interviewers about my situation the tone in the convo definitely changed.

Don’t mention it. Just tell them “I’ll need to give (x amount) of notice to my current employer.” And leave it at that.

I wish things were different for moms, but they’re not yet.

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As a pregnant US citizen in a red state, I am simultaneously happy for you and so upset by this post.

Same here. My emotional rollercoaster consisted of:
1.) DONT TELL THEM ANYTHING EVER.
2. ) I can’t imagine having the option to be home with my baby the entire year. 🤯 The US is so broken that we force women back to work immediately.
3.) I can’t believe women still have to act like we’re not parents to get ahead and prove we can do a job.

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