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MONICAC (254.3 days ago)
If the subject don`t come up, don`t bring it up, and legally, they can`t ask you.

channa (258.5 days ago)
Employers do not necessarily see this as a negative. (I am a supervisor and have hired pregnant women before.) Since you seem to be worried about it, accept the job and then tell them about your condition. I would not work for awhile and then tell them. That comes off like you don`t trust your employer, which will not help your situation (especially if you want any special accomodations after the baby comes). If you are a good employee you`ll have nothing to worry about and being up front and honest will only help.

JessH (259.1 days ago)
I interviewed a lot while pregnant with twins! I was 5 months when I started interviewing, and 7/8 months when I received 2 job offers. I never brought up my pregnancy. Once I was offered (both jobs) the position we discussed my pregnancy and taking leave etc. I think it makes it easier for the employer if you dont come to the interview talking about your personal life. You speak strictly about your qualifications and your interest in the position. I didnt try to hide it, I just didnt broadcast it. They could tell I was prengnat without me pointing it out. I realize you may not yet be showing, again I dont think you need to tell them until offered the job or even later. yes they are going to invest in you, but lets say you started working there and then 3 months later you broke your leg and needed 6 wks off, or had a car accident etc -- its still something thats occuring in your personal life and at that time you and the employer would handle the situation. Im not sure if that helps at all -- but just my 2 cents. Goodluck with whatever you decide.

janbob (260.4 days ago)
I really wouldn`t say, you wont qualify for maternity pay from them anyway the government will pay yours and you don`t have to legally tell an employer yet. the chances are very slim that they will hire you if you tell them - against the law yes but they will find another reason for it. They can`t sack you once you tell them unless it is for another reason. Honesty is the best policy usually but it most probably wont get you this job! Good luck with whatever decision you reach!!

Nan639 (260.5 days ago)
Same thing happened to me! I was 8-weeks along and told my employer at my interview. I got the job. :)

kelly.m (260.6 days ago)
hi , I dont know where you are from but in England you have to tell your employer ASAP about your pregtnancy for Health and Safety issuse. They need to do risk assessments and such like and alos if you do not tell them you might not get any Maternity benefits as you were pregnant before you started with the company. Hope this helps. Good Luck Kelly & Bump xx

Rebekahs-mama (262.2 days ago)
I agree that you should disclose your pregnancy. While the employer should not discriminate against you, it is still the honest thing to do. You will feel better about not having to hide anything and your possible employer will have more respect for you.

jenny504 (262.2 days ago)
It`s none of there business whether you are preggers or not! They can`t discriminate against you so i wouldn`t say anything.

summerisis (262.3 days ago)
People have very extreme views on this subject and my extreme view is that if you have the skills then a pregnancy is not a major issue. I believe that it is deceiteful and shows the employer your true character when you do not disclose this information until AFTER a hire. (I recommend being forthcoming since you are asking a company to investment in you.) I have read that when women are in this situation they should always focus interview/conversation on their qualifications and skills, and avoid too much `mommy chat.` But this really corresponds to skilled employment as you`re not as easily replaceable. If you`re applying to be a cashier at a retail outlet of some sort then sure there are plenty of people that can also fill the position and I don`t know how that situation should/would/could be handled.

summerisis (262.3 days ago)
People have very extreme views on this subject and my extreme view is that if you have the skills then a pregnancy is not a major issue. I believe that it is deceiteful and shows the employer your true character when you do not disclose this information until AFTER a hire. (I recommend being forthcoming since you are asking a company to investment in you.) I have read that when women are in this situation they should always focus interview/conversation on their qualifications and skills, and avoid too much `mommy chat.` But this really corresponds to skilled employment as you`re not as easily replaceable. If you`re applying to be a cashier at a retail outlet of some sort then sure there are plenty of people that can also fill the position and I don`t know how that situation should/would/could be handled.



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