when to tell your employer about your pregnancy?

[sri2004]

Hi, I am 8 weeks now. I am working in an organization from past 8-9 months. When should I tell my employer about my pregnancy? If anyone can share there experience, would be helpful. Thanks..

[DanielleM22]

Legally, they can't fire you for being pregnant. But they can fire you for any BS other reason they decide to make up. I would wait a while before telling them if your company has a track record of letting pregnant woman go. Maybe do some job searching on the side in preparation for a worst case scenario too. Not sure how dependent you are on the income there, but just an idea. Best of luck to you!

[sri2004]

I have checked my company policy handbook and there is no clause about maternity. I am scared as I have heard many stories from my colleagues that they have fired few employees on pregnancy reasons. I know as per Australian law it's illegal. But if they give some other reason, then filing a case against is useless. However till now, I haven't been so sick and working with full dedication. I am planning to let them know by next week. Please advice

[hothotsauce]

Boss not boys lol

[hothotsauce]

You can get the eeoc involved if you want to, because if your boys did it to you, it'll happen to others

[Saphfire]

I told my boss around my 8 weeks cuz I was so sick which was a mistake. He ended up firing me and never gave me a reason why so I assumed it was because of it. Yes I know it's illegal but he probably put down some other stupid reason to fire me

[hothotsauce]

It was helpful to read in the employee handbook about maternity leave before I talked to my boss. You might want to research if you'll be eligible for short term disability also, and research fmla. I told my boss around 4 months. Good luck!