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Pregnancy and work - is that possible? A very definite yes!
A woman becomes pregnant. There are then a lot to consider for the employer and for the employee. When is it important and legally correctly the employer to inform that you are pregnant? We'll clarify to you. We will provide you with assistance. Explain your most important rights and obligations that you have now. Thanks to our checklists you can prepare yourself optimally. So you can enjoy the pregnancy in your professional life. Here the most important point for you in an overview.

  • Message to the employer
  • The rights of a pregnant woman
  • Exceptions
  • Regulations for certain industries
  • Maternity protection
  • Rest phases
  • Obligations of pregnant women
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For employers

A pregnant employee provides employers with special challenges. Often there are small things that help both.

Financial aid

Expectant mothers and young families receive a wide range of support in Germany. Also, of course, in the financial sector.

Personal assistance

Pregnancy is often a physical and mental challenge. Support is important.

Family planning

Family friendliness is possible everywhere - in every company and not only for women.

Trimester 1

Pregnant? Whether planned or unplanned in this trimester there is also a lot to consider regarding your work.

Trimester 2

In this trimester the pregnancy is growing up and now most women are slowly starting to see the pregnancy. You can find out what you have to consider in this topic.

Trimester 3

With the third trimester the final spurt begins. Birth and parental leave are no longer far away - planning is the order of the day.

Birth

Support before and after birth is offered in a variety of forms.

Rights and obligations

Employment protection, safety at work, maternity protection and parental leave includes the rights and obligations of a pregnant woman.