How do you use your maternity leave?

I have to confirm to my company when I intend to start my maternity leave. I was encouraged by the HR (guy) to take it a week before the EDD and not to share any days with my husband as I will need all the rest I can get before and after. I was instead thinking of working right up until I get contractions (I'll request to work from home) and giving 2 weeks to the hubs so he can help out 1 week after the nanny has left and 1 week after I return to work. Would you have any advice please? Thank you. #1stimemom

Raven Tan

Dreaming of becoming a parent

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I did not use my maternity leave before birth because it's very important for after birth as you need more rest and look after baby. My husband got 2 weeks paternity and he extended his leave by using his AL when I needed his help. Before birth, I was given Hospitalization Leave from my gynae at week 36 so to rest at home before birth.

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Home Pregnancy i have confirm company when i intend start maternity leave i was encourage