Filed in archive Finances , In the Spotlight , Pregnancy by Melissa Petri on January 18, 2006

Since this is my second child, I have no fears about what would happen to me, professionally and financially. Not only because I know that I have a husband who will always be there to support me but also because I know my rights as an individual... as an employee.

I know when I am obliged to tell the company about my pregnancy. I know what I should NOT do while at work. I know when I am allowed to take a break. I know that I can take time off for antenatal appointments. I know that I cannot be dismissed. I know my financial benefits. I know about parental leave.

Believe me, there are lots more that I know and other women know. You should know your rights, as well!

Check out the official page of the US department of labor for the Newborns' & Mothers' Protections Act. Afraid of discrimination at work due to your pregnancy? Check out Lect Law for some interesting facts which could make a whole lot of difference for those who are unlucky with their employers.

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Response from: sharon (10/01/07 5:27am)

hey i was wondering if it was leagel for my employer to give my hours at work to a lady who was suppose to be a temp, now that i have retured from having my baby. My boss is cutting my hours and giving them to a lady who was suppose to be aq temp untill i had my baby and then be gone when i retured. So now i am only working two days a week cuz i had a baby.

Response from: Latoshia (07/17/08 12:11am)

i think it's very unfair co-workers and supervisor dont worry about you and your child and needs to pay bills i going through it now and i been fighting since i started and i just ticked off about.