I am due 11-27-06. But at 23 weeks...I am exhausted already.
I do not plan on coming back to my job...so it doesn't matter to me..if I use it all before the baby comes.
2006-07-31 03:12:52 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You may want to discuss this with your doctor at your next appointment.
With my first, I went into labor while leaving my graduation. With my second, I continued to work until the company shut down for a week while they updated the office and computers. It happened to be about a week before my daughter was born.
With my third, I had quit work at about six months to stay home and take care of my mom (she had terminal colo-rectal cancer). With my fourth, I was at work the day before the doctor FINALLY admitted me - I was in labor for six weeks and he was stuck. Plus, I stopped at work on my way home from the hospital to pick up paperwork.
Each pregnancy is different and the determination as to when is the best time to take maternity leave should be between you and your OB.
Good luck!
2006-07-31 03:28:19 · answer #1 · answered by Angie P. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Then take it when ever you want. If you aren't coming back, just be sure not to tell them that before you take your leave. You often have to have a doctor's note to take it before you actually have the baby. Check with your HR department before you do anything. In many places, Maternity Leave is actually just Short Term Disability, so you have to have a medical reason for leaving before the baby is born. If you just leave, they may consider it quitting. You wouldn't receive your paid leave for that.
2006-07-31 03:15:41 · answer #2 · answered by Blunt Honesty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably can't get maternity leave before the baby is born, unless the doctor signs you off work. He's not likely to do it if for being tired. Maybe if you had high blood pressure or something, but not for being tired.
2006-07-31 03:20:33 · answer #3 · answered by Jessie P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't take maternity leave until the baby is born. You can use Short Term disability if you get a doctor's note.
2006-07-31 03:15:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are exhausted and have no intentions of returning to work after having the baby then you should leave as soon as possible.
2006-07-31 03:16:12 · answer #5 · answered by daisy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have four kids, and had to work up until the last minute, one time the very LAST minute!! You are tired, I know that, but you will be more tired than you ever thought possible with the sleep deprivation coming. Hang in there, this will pass, as will all things.
2006-07-31 03:21:18 · answer #6 · answered by clouddancer22 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are already tired you must speak to your GP and seriously consider stopping work. If you continue to work it will affect your health and in turn the baby's. In the UK, if your GP (family Doctor) stops you from working, your employer cannot override that.
Good luck with the baby!
2006-07-31 21:59:14 · answer #7 · answered by calamity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most places won't let you go on leave until right before the baby is born. If you are going to quit then its up to you and your husband and your finances.
2006-07-31 03:15:51 · answer #8 · answered by Used & Abused 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i wouldnt take it too early even since you said that you wont be going back...when you get further along it will be worse so i would say stick it out as long as you can and put in your paperwork ASAP most companies you have to have a doctors note saying the dates of leave
2006-07-31 03:44:39 · answer #9 · answered by sjeboyce 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never had any childeren before but most of my freinds take it about two weeks before they r due. I thinks its just to prepare and catch a little rest.
2006-07-31 03:21:11 · answer #10 · answered by tlove1000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋