Looking for a new job

kristen121 · #1 March 3rd, 2009, 08:11 AM

Right now I am looking for a new job. How and when should I bring up thefact that I will need a place to pump on my breaks? I will wait until I actually have a job offer, but should I bring it right away or wait until my first day or what? No one has nad any problem with my pumping at my current job and I expect it shouldn't be a big deal any where else either, but it's still kind of akward to bring it up. Anyone have any experience or any suggestions?

kerian · #2 March 3rd, 2009, 08:56 AM

thats a difficulyt one. i would probably bring it up a few days before i start. but thats just me.
good luck on finding a job!!

::MummyToThree:: · #3 March 4th, 2009, 06:36 PM

is it possible that you would be able to pump in your office? (if you have one that is)

lindsayb63 · #4 March 7th, 2009, 05:26 PM

Maybe talk with HR (not the person hiring you) about what the company offers for pumping moms?

::MummyToThree:: · #5 March 7th, 2009, 07:12 PM

^ what a great suggestion!! I would not have even thought of that! but I don't work, so maybe thats whY!

kristen121 · #6 March 8th, 2009, 06:12 PM

I'm an RN, so no office for me. I have a second interview at one place on Tuesday, so hopefully I will get a tour of the facility and can scope out some potential pumping locations.

Krazieblond1 · #7 March 8th, 2009, 07:30 PM

You live in Minnesota and there is a state law that says :Minn. Stat. � 181.939 (1998) requires employers to provide daily unpaid break time for a mother to express breast milk for her infant child. Employers are also required to make a reasonable effort to provide a private location, other than a toilet stall, in close proximity to the workplace for this activity. (SB 2751)

So given the state law... I wouldnt say anything to your employer. When you start they have to comply with the state laws. Good luck and congrats in the new job!