Pregnancy and Maternity

‘Pregnancy is the condition of being pregnant or expecting a baby.

‘Maternity refers to the period after the birth, and is linked to maternity leave in the employment context.

‘In the non-work context, protection against maternity discrimination is for 26 weeks after giving birth, and this includes treating a woman unfavourably because she is breastfeeding’ (EHRC)

The following resources may support your professional learning:

• Different types of pregnancy and maternity discrimination – Equality and Human Rights Commission (YouTube)
• Scottish Government – Maternity, paternity and parental leave employer guide
• What is pregnancy and maternity discrimination? – Equality and Human Rights Commission (YouTube)
• Women’s Health in Schools podcast – Bretta Townend-Jowitt (18:26)