Mat B1 lost

[Sara1988]

Hi all,

I've misplaced my Mat B1. GP and community midwives being really unhelpful about it and won't give me another one before my next appointment.

Any advice on how to get a replacement?

What's the latest I can give to my employer to not effect maternity leave?

Anyone? Feeling v anxious

Hello,

Sorry you are anxious! You must inform employers of your pregnancy at least 15 weeks before your baby is due (25 weeks pregnant).

I don't think you need the formal MatB1 to do this though.

Is it on your NHS record on the app?

Hey, I wouldn't worry, I'm assuming you have already informed your employer that you are pregnant? As long as you get a copy at your next appointment and provide it to your employer they will be absolutely fine. Providing it 15 weeks before the birth isn't a deadline for the MATB1 it's just usually when you would need to tell them.

Your employer won't give a flying fig until you start your Mat Leave. They need it to claim the SMP, nothing else.

When your midwife gives you the duplicate photograph it so you have a record.

Good luck with yiur pregnancy.