Pregnant and in medical training? Here’s how to do it.

We hear all the time that maternity leave in the U.S. is in shambles. Let’s clarify: There’s no such thing as guaranteed maternity leave. Some companies are obligated to give some leave to some employees — that’s as good as it gets. No companies are obligated to give paid leave.

Medical training adds complexity to parental leave. Residents and fellows are expected to be deferential, the lowest on the totem pole …

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