07/09/2026
Let’s be honest — we’ve worked hard our whole lives, and now we finally get some time off to be with our babies. Who isn’t counting down to maternity leave?” 😍🤰🏼👶🏼
“It really depends on how intense your job is. I’m a midwife, and back when I worked in the hospital, I was constantly on my feet. It’s a very physical and demanding job, especially when you’re heavily pregnant and caring for women in labour.
For me, I stopped working at 34 weeks, and that was plenty of time. By then, I was definitely counting down the days!
So think about how physical your job is, how you’re feeling, and what your body is telling you. Everyone’s pregnancy is different.
Most women start maternity leave somewhere around 34 to 36 weeks.
It’s also important to give yourself some time before baby arrives. That time can help you prepare mentally for labour, rest physically, slow down, and finish those last little things — like getting the nursery ready.
Share this with a pregnant mum who’s wondering when to start maternity leave