3rd maternity leave

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In a nutshell, I’ve been at the same employer for 11 years. During this time I’ve had 2 children and 2 maternity leaves. One of those about 9 years ago and one about 5 years ago. We are considering a third child but the one thing I can’t shift out of my head is how I will be perceived at work.

am I being naive if I think this is ok to do? What is your honest thoughts on this? Am I being unreasonable to think I can continue a career with this company after returning from a third leave period. Note that I don’t plan a 4rd maternity leave.

not sure if it matters or not but I am well thought of at work and I pride myself on delivering quality work.

I clicked you are being unreasonable, but I meant for thinking it’s an issue, I certainly don’t think you’re being unreasonable for having a child and taking the requisite leave!

I can't imagine you will be first in line for promotions you haven't been here to perform and prove the value of your work but they certainly can't sack you.
Just make sure that the you are there, you bring your whole self to work.