Deadlines And Due Dates: 9 Things To Do Before Breaking The Baby News To Your Boss

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Remind yourself that preparing to parent is about setting boundaries and practicing self-care.

Part of the decision to parent is the acceptance that you will now be making decisions that are not only in your own best interest, but in that of your offspring as well. One of my worries with revealing that I was expecting was that morning sickness, fatigue and a calendar full of prenatal appointments would somehow undo all of the hard work I invested to climb the career ladder. Luckily, my pregnancy was pretty uneventful as far as health concerns, but you have to consider from this point your health will come first and be prepared to communicate that to your supervisor, especially a supervisor that is the most supportive. Review the laws in your state and come prepared with questions about your employer’s protocol regarding pregnancy as well as pregnancy-related issues that could affect your ability to perform your duties as assigned.