The great majority of expectant mothers can continue to work until late in pregnancy without any problem. Sometimes, however, the physical change entailed in pregnancy or the demands of a woman’s job can create workplace difficulties. When medically appropriate, we might recommend that a pregnant patient be placed on disability leave from her job. We will do everything we can to reduce or eliminate pregnancy-related difficulties that you may be having at work. This includes contacting your employer, when appropriate, to recommend helpful adjustments or alterations to your duties. Again, please tell us of any work-related concerns you may have. Standard leave is 6 weeks for vaginal delivery and 8 weeks for a cesarean section. The Federal Family & Medical Leave Act guarantees your job for a leave of up to 12 weeks but does not guarantee pay.