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Don’t tel anyone you’re a mom until you start the job. People don’t volunteer that they don’t have kids or they’re married, why do we do it as moms? Also, flexibility is so key.

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1. Don’t think of yourself as a mom interviewing. You’re a candidate with unique value to bring to the table.
2. If you have to HIDE that you’re a mom, it’s probably not going to be a place you want to work. I always think it’s helpful to ask to meet with folks doing the job today to ask about work life balance and to ask the hiring manager about how the deal with after hours needs, etc.

When I moved to my current role I had a 4 year old with complex health needs and I knew I was only ever going to work part time and that her health came first. I was totally upfront about it. Explained that I’d been working part time and partially offsite for years successfully and was confident I could do the role in those parameters. I laid out my preferred work schedule and didn’t negotiate against myself with “if that works for you” language. The rest is history.

Wishing you lots of luck!

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I disagree with above poster. However, if it comes up organically it’s best. Usually a good working environment recognizes we have lives and other priorities. Just know what you need and come prepared to ask for it. Think about where your child is now vs where they will be in a year and try and think about scheduling and flexibility needs in the near term. I have a 16 month old. When I started my job she just turned one. We tried to have part time help at home and we don’t. So long as work gets done, well, and on time, everything else is gravy.

I was very upfront that I have a young child and nobody cared. They wanted pictures or saw it as a way to bond with various new teammates.

Unsure if this is helpful, but it depends on how old your child is, if you plan on having more, etc.

Negotiate maternity leave if you think you’ll have a kid while at the new company.

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