Pregnant and applying for jobs

[kalmanzor1]

Hey guys...
I'm currently looking for a job but I'm afraid most jobs won't hire me because I am pregnant. I'm currently 16 weeks and 4 days pregnant and I'll be showing soon. I know it's illegal for them to turn me away because I'm pregnant but they can always easily just say they found someone more qualified than I am. I have an interview on friday. Should I let them know that I'm pregnant during the interview? I don't want to deceive them!

[newjulymommy]

It's illegal for them to deny you a job or to fire you just because you are pregnant

[kalmanzor1]

Thanks ladies!!!

[BriannaLeigh]

I got a job at a daycare when I was close to 20 weeks pregnant. I was able to cover the bump and they did not know. I waited until they offered me the job and then I told them, because once they offer you it they can't change their mind because your pregnant. They can however not offer you the job if they know your pregnant and just say it was for some other reason. My advice is to not tell them until you have the job offer!!

[medicmommy88]

I wwnr on an interview while 20 weeks pregnant. After I was offered the job and accepted the position, I told her I was pregnant. It would be discrimination if they changed their mind.

[uvamom2boys]

Do not tell them until after you are hired.  They can't ask you.  I interned in an HR dept in college and saw lots of women passed by because they were  pregnant.  

[bryceT317_3]

I just started my new job. I just said... "I'm going to be honest, im 4 months pregnant,  but dont worry I have a sitter already for the baby.
He told me he apreciated my honesty. Go for it. Good luck

[elvendork]

you don't have to tell them,

[ohthejoy]

I didn't tell anyone I was pregnant at my job interviews last year. I started my new job at 20 weeks :)

[mzdillard]

Im 27 weeks an i still apply for jobs, if your not going to be expected to do heavy lifting dont worry about telling them until after they hire you.