To try for a baby when I've got a new job?

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I started a new (part-time) job 2 weeks ago. I really wanted to TTC early next year but I'm worried that they could dismiss me. Would I qualify for Mat leave?

Has anyone been in this situation before? Is it worth holding out an extra few months before trying?

DC2 was born just before I turned 40. A different perspective to it.