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Q: Career Advancement while Pregnant?

I need advice! I am being given the opportunity to take over my boss's responsibility as he is leaving in 6 weeks but no one at work knows I'm pregnant yet. I'm just about 6 weeks along and at this point anything could happen. I don't want to tell them yet because they shouldn't jeopardize my career because I want to start a family. I'm in a male dominated industry and am fearful that not saying something could hurt my career as well. What to do?

This question was asked Nov. 29, 2011 2:05pm
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Answered by JLMarks - Nov. 30, 2011 8:28pm
Good call! I didn't tell my boss until I was 17 weeks. He said I have known for about a month already (I started showing pretty early). Congrats to you again!

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Answered by rastheimer - Nov. 30, 2011 2:53pm
So I basically did what you guys said. I've taken the position and only when I can't hide it anymore will I tell them. I hope that if I agree to work a few hours while on maternity leave they will let me work a 4 day week when I come back, or something like that.

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Answered by chorizanopales - Nov. 30, 2011 12:25am
Don't say anything and take the position. An advancement in your career would only further help you in raising your future family. Not to mention there is no reason you should have to tell them. Besides some woman don't know until later on anyway. Your pregnancy probably won't be noticeable until after 20 weeks or so. You have plenty of time to let them know at work so don't let it effect their judgement. Let them choose off your performance and not personal matters. Oh, and congrats. :) on both accounts.

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Answered by rastheimer - Nov. 29, 2011 3:37pm
I do plan on coming back after the baby is born. I'm hoping that proving my value can help me negotiate some flexibility. Thanks for confirming what my gut was already telling me. :-)

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Answered by JLMarks - Nov. 29, 2011 3:04pm
I think you should also stay quiet and take the promotion if you plan on staying there after baby is born.

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Answered by Stellar222 - Nov. 29, 2011 2:33pm
First, congrats! Well, I don't believe your obligated to tell them. If you plan to work after your maternity leave, you should take the promotion. Luck and Prayers

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