- Pramila Soannes, a video editor with a media house

"My boss was understanding enough to give me the leverage to choose my own shift," informs Pramila.

Because her pregnancy was normal, she continued to work full time for the first four months.

"But after four months when the discomfort set in, I decided to ask for some leverage when it came to my shift timing and work hours. So instead of my attending a 7 O'clock shift in the morning, I was allowed to come by 8.30 and leave by three in the afternoon," she says.

This was of course provided she finished the assigned work in the given time.

"Plus I could take offs if I wasn't feeling well. On days when work was less, I had the liberty of taking an off," she remembers.

What's the Solution?

This relaxed work hours was allowed to Pramila with the idea that it was only for four months and that after delivery she will have to resume work full time.

Pramila's Tips

• Be clear about your pregnancy with your boss as well as colleagues. Do not hide it.
• Do not use your problem as a tool to get off work. Otherwise it could cause resentment among your team members.
• Take your colleagues into confidence about your condition. This will help them to empathise and understand your situation better.