Job Interview/ 6 mos pregnant?

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Job Interview/ 6 mos pregnant?
I finally got a call about a job and will be interviewing in the next couple of weeks. SO do I forwarn the company that I am pregnant or do I go to the interview and say nothing untill it is brought up to me?
I could pass as a "plump" woman depending on what I wear and I know legally they can't deny me the job simply because I am pregnant BUT... I have to fly, rent a car and hotel room so this won't be cheap. I basiclly want to know if anyone has had a situation like this and it turned out good.

since everyone usually asks questions I will post some answers here...
*I am switching jobs because we are 1600 miles away from all of our family and would like to be closer.
*insurance is already figured out so that is not a concern

Answer 1

I would tell them at the interview, pretty early on in the conversation. Make it clear that you intend to work hard and to the best of your abilities and that you are serious about the job. Make them know that you'll be an asset regardless. I think that as long as they feel you are serious about the job, they'll be understanding.

Good luck and congrats!

Answer 2

This happened to me in my 1st pregnancy years ago. I just found out i was pregnant about 4-5 weeks. I finally had an interview w/ a company I REALLY wanted to work for. I knew they were interviewing lots of people throughout the whole week. So I kept it quiet. But when I did start showing in my 5th month or so, they started asking ?'s. The manager called me into her office and asked me if I was pregnant. I said Yes. She asked me if I knew about this at the interview. I was honest and said "yes". She wished I had told her to begin with. I said "if I had told you, would you have hired me"? she didn't say much about that. They might not say "you didn't get the job bc...you are preggo" (ofcourse that's discrimination) but they can say "sorry but there were others more suitable for the job" or you know what I mean all the things they can say.
If I had to do it all over again...I wouldn't lie about it and I'd be honest with them. That's bc I'm older and more mature and have the Lord Jesus in my life.
I can't tell you what to do, I just gave you my story.
P.S. I never lost that job & I ended up being one of their best employees. I was also up for promotion right before I went on my baby leave. If u can believe that! It was really kool!

Congrats on your baby! Enjoy the priceless gift of love!

Psalm127:3
3 Children are a gift from the Lord;
they are a reward from him.

Answer 3

I had a job interview when I was 2 months pregnant and I didn't tell them. I was going to tell them if I got the job. Well I got the job and started 2 weeks later and was afraid to tell them, So I waited until I had my next doctors appointment and told them that I had just found out. It worked for me cause I was only 3 months. 6 months will be a little harder to hide. It is best to be honest and tell them the truth. I felt so much better once I told my bosses that I was pregnant. They were so nice about it. I wish I would have told them from the beginning.

Answer 4

Whether or not you go depends on your plans for maternity leave. If you're only going to be working 3 months, and then you're going to take 2 months leave, that would be a little unfair to the employer.

Be honest. Do NOT try to hide it. Employment in most states is at-will, anyway, particularly in the first 90 days. You could wind up losing the job if you aren't forward about your pregnancy.

Answer 5

you could go for the interview tell about your stage and say that you wanted to taked this opportunity to intruoduce yourself for the future possibilty of being employed by them. And get along with the interview as normal if they really like you they may offer you the position and not pay the maternity leave as you have to be employed for certain period of time by the company before you could claim for the paid leave.
Good Luck!!!

Answer 6

I would just go ahead and tell them. Its not like a couple of months down the road the wouldn't find out anyway when you suddenly dissappear for a couple of weeks or you take maternity leave. Juts go ahead and tell them and get it over with. It'll make it less stressful and akward for both parties.

Answer 7

I would tell them up front that you are pregnant, reassure them that once the baby is born you will be ready, willing, and able to work. You can tell them that b/c you are closer to home, babysitting will not be an issue. Good luck on the job and your baby!

Answer 8

i would be honest with them but let them know u are a hard worker and really keen and that u will put 110% effort in. Good luck

Answer 9

i wouldnt lie if you do that could end up costing yo this job be honest and upfront. . i doubt they will deny you unless they discriminate. .