Woman asks for advice on when to disclose pregnancy to new employer
A woman in Singapore has sparked discussion online after sharing her dilemma about when to disclose her pregnancy to a new employer.
In a 21 April post on r/askSingapore, she said she had gone through a lengthy hiring process for a government role and had already accepted the offer in writing, though she had yet to formally sign the contract.
However, she later found out she was pregnant, leaving her unsure of how and when to inform her future employer.
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Woman to start work while three months pregnant
The Original Poster (OP) shared that by the time she officially starts work, she expects to be around three months pregnant.
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This would mean going on maternity leave roughly six months into the role.
“When should I let my employer know that I am pregnant?” she asked.
Netizens divided over timing and fairness
Responses to the post were mixed, with some offering practical advice while others debated the broader implications for workplaces and maternity policies.
Several netizens suggested that she sign the contract first before disclosing her pregnancy, while also cautioning her to be prepared for possible outcomes.
