First prenatal visit

First prenatal visit

The first consultation to confirm the diagnosis of pregnancy and to fix the date of delivery.
Duration of pregnancy

The duration of pregnancy is calculated by weeks of gestation during which the rules are absent. Count is from the first day of your last period .
The delivery takes place in the majority of cases at about 38 weeks of gestation .
prematurity

A child born between the 38 th week of gestation and the 42 th is considered born at term . If a child is born premature at less than 37 weeks gestation over.

The threshold of viability of a premature is around 22 weeks of gestation. The average prematurity, the most common is between 33 weeks and 37 weeks of gestation .

Extreme prematurity , about 7000 children is between 27 and 33 weeks of gestation . Extreme prematurity for children born before 27 weeks of gestation.
gynecological examination

The interview allows you to search the personal factors and family risk of the mother . A blood test to determine blood group and seek immunization against certain diseases , such as toxoplasmosis , rubella , syphilis , HIV ...

During the first prenatal visit , a three-part document entitled "First prenatal examination " is given to the mother .
It shall send the pink slip to the health insurance fund and the two blue slips to CAF , family allowance fund

You must send the document before the 14th week of pregnancy, ie before the end of the third month. For information, visit the website of the CAF updated end January 2008
The mother receives a guide of " medical surveillance of mother and infant " detailing all the tests to be performed during pregnancy.
Mandatory antenatal

Prenatal consultation takes place every month , apart of course situations requiring emergency visit , and this from the 4th month of pregnancy. They are performed by the doctor or midwife . Each consultation includes a review of the mother and a laboratory test ( urinalysis, blood ... )
Maternity

The maternity leave depends on marital status and number of children the mother waits .
If mom is pregnant

Maternity leave is 16 weeks :
6 weeks before the expected date of childbirth
10 weeks after childbirth

Maternity leave is 26 weeks if the mother has given birth to two live births or home bears the burden of two or more children , and expects her third child
8 weeks before childbirth
18 weeks after childbirth

If mom is expecting twins

Maternity leave is 34 weeks
12 weeks before the birth
22 weeks after childbirth

If mom expecting triplets

Maternity leave lasts 46 weeks
24 weeks before delivery
22 weeks after childbirth

During the period of maternity leave , the mother is not required to comply with the schedule set out on a regular work stoppage .

If the child is hospitalized beyond the sixth week after birth , the mother may return to work and use the remainder of postnatal leave from the day when the child leaves the hospital.
The postponement of pregnancy leave

A pregnant woman can see a part of her prenatal leave its post- natal leave . This report can be
At one time for a maximum period of three weeks
Several times , renewable once or several times , with a maximum of three weeks .

The date of maternity leave is determined by the health insurance fund which specify the dates of arrest and return to work.
Prenatal medical leave

The disease resulting from pregnancy leave is available when medical problems arise during pregnancy.
A period of two weeks may be added before the start of maternity leave . It is prescribed by a gynecologist or general practitioner
It must result from pregnancy. It is intended for pregnant women experiencing a problem during pregnancy . Prenatal medical leave can not be postponed during the postnatal period.
Pathological postnatal leave

A sick leave may be proposed by the gynecologist or GP to women after childbirth when the puerperium are difficult because of eg caesarean or severe baby blues .

There is no specific leave for breastfeeding unless the collective agreement the company provides.
Parental leave

Maximum of 3 years

A parental leave can reduce or stop work to take more care of her child. This leave is paid and remains possible for the birth of a child:

Leave , renewable after one year from the stops for a period of 3 years. The adoption of a child under 3 years can take this leave , renewable after one year. The adoption of a child 3-16 years of age : the duration of the leave is limited to one year.
Conditions for parental leave

Have one year of service in the company
The company may decide to grant such leave , if the presence in the company is less than one year.
The request for parental leave can be received over a year after the arrival of the child at home .
The leave may be extended by one year due to illness , accident or serious disability of the child .
This leave may be taken in three forms:
The salaried activity ceases for a period of three years , unless it is the adoption of a child over 3 years
The employee works part-time during the same period.
The employee in vocational training unpaid .

A father may also request parental leave under the same conditions.
Maternity leave for mothers of premature

The battle waged by the SOS PREMA has allowed a right to an extension of maternity leave for mothers of premature infants. The leave is extended to all the mothers who have given birth several weeks in advance and that the baby's condition requires hospitalization .


The extension of the new maternity leave depends on the number of days in advance of the baby. The period during which the mother can benefit days of rest is increased by the number of days between the baby and 6 weeks before the date of delivery.

This period is in addition to the duration of the statutory leave , but it can not be separated from that one. Mothers of premature babies died shortly after birth are entitled to the same rights .

For more information : Visit the website SOS PREMA [ http:/www.sosprema.com/ association helps parents of premature infants ]
Working conditions during pregnancy

The law provides no obligation to change schedules .
Some collective agreements still allow some flexibility.

It is also sometimes possible to have some specific adjustments , like getting a better seat for example. It is also sometimes possible for example to start later in the morning or take many more breaks in the day.
Learn about the rules of the collective agreement of the company or make an appointment with a member of management .

Do not hesitate to make an appointment with the occupational physician who will evaluate the possibilities of changing working conditions .
Changes in employment or job

The law requires the company to change workstation of the mother if his work is incompatible with pregnancy risks such as work in contact with hazardous materials or carry very heavy loads ......

Request a medical certificate to the attending physician for development work. The employer is required to provide a compatible use.

The proposed new job can not lead to a reduction in pay . If the employer can not offer alternative employment , the employment contract is suspended, but the mother receives a commission .
authorized absences

The medical practice exams allows the mother to be absent . These absences can not be deducted from the salary.

It is possible to refuse to work overtime .
Paternity leave

The future dad can enjoy 14 consecutive days off or 18 days in case of multiple births, it may take within 4 months after birth.
It is necessary to obtain information from the health insurance fund .
Employment protection

An employer may not dismiss a pregnant woman when a certificate informed of the pregnancy of the employee .

An employer can not terminate a probationary period if the employee announces she is pregnant . An employer can not refuse to hire or terminate a contract for a trial period , taking as a pretext pregnancy. But some employers are not hiring the pretext that is not related to pregnancy but other order professionnel.Dans reasons this case, the employer must prove its decision and provide evidence . But if it is not established formal proof of incompetence, the law seems rather favorable to the employee.

Serious misconduct unrelated to pregnancy does not immune to dismissal. From the sixth month of pregnancy , do not forget to perform early recognition of the child if you live in concubinage .
Supports 100%

From the first day of the 6th month of pregnancy until the 12 th day after the date of delivery , health insurance pays 100% (on the low rate of social security , all costs medical , whether or not related to pregnancy, childbirth and its consequences .

For more information : Read the case of health insurance
" Around the baby : the belly of the mother in the first few weeks " (May 2007)
Clinical examination postnatal

It is assumed at 100% and must be made ​​within 8 weeks after delivery by the doctor or midwife .
Assistance for parents

ELP

The ELP , early childhood home service includes four tabs corresponding to four services which are the conditions for obtaining different
The premium at birth or adoption
The basic allowance
The additional activity CLCA
The supplement for free choice of childcare .


To learn more about these allowances and download these forms , visit the Urssaf
Baby bonus
Basic allowance of ELP
Additional free choice of activity : Severance supplements free choice of activity , CLCA :

It must be justifiable 8 quarters of social security contributions in the two years preceding the leave for the first child
The amount varies depending on whether the mother works part-time .
PAJE
Supplement for free choice of childcare
family allowances

They can be paid if two children under the age of 2O years are charged to the home. This allowance is paid regardless of the family situation and the amount of income .
For more information on family allowances
Family allowances can be shared between each parent raising a child in alternate residence .
For more information on family benefits shared
family supplement

The family supplement is intended for families with three children older than 3 years of age .
This amount is subjected to a ceiling of resources
To learn more about the family supplement
AJPP

The daily allowance of parental presence is intended for parents of sick children , the disabled or victims of a severe accident.
A doctor deems it necessary the presence of his mother ( or father ) to the child. The parent in this case must interrupt his work.