Advice for Women Trying to Balance a Career and Pregnancy

ByABC News via logo
July 5, 2005, 4:07 PM

July 6, 2005 — -- Balancing work and family is a challenge for every woman. But becoming pregnant can be especially stressful for a working woman or a woman looking for a job.

Tory Johnson, chief executive office of Women for Hire, counsels women on career issues and offered advice for working women dealing with pregnancy.

The first question everyone asks is, should I tell a prospective employer that I'm pregnant? While it's illegal for an employer to bring up your pregnancy -- unless it directly relates to your ability to perform the requirements of the position -- it doesn't mean that you shouldn't be prepared to address it. Every situation is different and requires you to use your own judgment to some extent.

Two typical scenarios: