Parental Leave & Pregnancy Resources for UK Doctors
Navigating pregnancy, parental leave and returning to work as a doctor
Pregnancy and becoming a parent can bring a whole new set of challenges when you're working in medicine. Alongside preparing for a baby, you may be trying to understand maternity pay, navigate training requirements, arrange workplace adjustments or work out how to return to clinical practice after time away.
Finding clear, relevant information isn't always straightforward. Guidance can be spread across Trust policies, employment documents, training regulations and conversations with colleagues who have been through it before.
I've brought together these practical resources to help doctors navigate the different stages of pregnancy, parental leave and returning to work.
Created by a doctor and mum of three, these resources draw on professional experience, personal experience and relevant UK guidance. They're designed to help you feel better informed, prepare for conversations with your employer and know what questions to ask.
A practical guide to navigating parental leave as a UK doctor, covering maternity and paternity leave, pay, training implications, keeping in touch days and planning your return to work.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding risk assessment template
Working during pregnancy or returning to work while breastfeeding can raise questions about workplace safety, clinical duties, working patterns and suitable adjustments.
An example resource to help doctors prepare for discussions with their manager, HR or occupational health team about individual workplace risk assessments.