Would you tell new employer you are 7 months pregnant?

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Sooo I was laid off from my job and have been looking intensely ever since. Last week I got THREE phone calls in the same day. So I know it's illegal to discriminate against pregnant women, but lets face it it happens and it has already happened to me while job searching. 2 of the 3 jobs are what I think are amazing opportunities... I don't want to miss out on them.. WHAT DO I DO????? I know people say don't tell it's none of their business, but I'm due in 2 months, I think not telling is rude also...

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No one is going to hire someone who is going to give birth soon. Can't you get some other support until after the baby is born?

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Get the job offer.  Then let them know. They can't rescind the offer, and if they wanted to hire you in the first place, it means they see something in you and they will be happy to have you back after maternity leave.  
I'm sorry, but men expecting children don't have to go through this.  It's a dog eat dog world and you have to take care of yourself.... not to mention your baby.

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I'm pretty sure that if you don't tell them, when they see you in person they'll be able to see that you're pregnant. I say just tell them and if they're going to be rude about it, then you probably don't want to work for them anyways.

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Make sure you know the rules and regulations where you live.  Where I live you get 3 months paid leave, but you have to inform them 3 months before starting your leave and must have already worked for the establishment 6 months before taking leave.  
Since it is so close to your due date, I think you should probably discuss it with them.  Just tell them that you are really excited about the opportunity but you won't be fully available until whatever date you decide upon.  It will probably depend on what the job is and their timeline/whether it is job that needs to be filled immediately.
Also be aware that you may not be eligible for leave (paid or unpaid) since it is so late in your pregnancy depending on the laws in your area.

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I can't believe people are telling you you shouldn't work and should find something else until the baby comes.
Take the job, you're not obligated to tell them anything. Most times jobs let people go without warning, so just tell them after 30 days or so AFTER you're employed.

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Don't tell them anything. Don't answer family planning questions if they ask you.

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you're in a really tough spot. I think as unfair as discrimination is you should be honest. if you have trouble finding something maybe you should try a temp agency and can find something for a couple of months.

Would you tell new employer you are 7 months pregnant?

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