Pregnant or Breastfeeding in the Workplace? Know Your Rights.

Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace is Illegal

New York has a long and proud legacy of leading the way to protect and advance women’s rights. Discrimination against pregnant women in the workplace violates federal and New York state law, however, it is still a widely accepted practice in many businesses and industries. This blatant disregard for the law and for women's rights will not be tolerated in New York .

That's why New York State is launching an education and outreach campaign for employees to know their rights and for employers to know their responsibilities to prevent unlawful pregnancy discrimination. ‎

If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding and feel your rights have been violated call: (888-392-3644)

Know Your Rights

For Employees

Working While Pregnant

Learn more about your rights as a pregnant employee in the workplace.

Working While Breastfeeding

In New York it's illegal for your employer to treat you differently because you are breastfeeding.

Know Your Responsibilities

For Employers

Guidance: Pregnant Employees

As an employer, you may not change an employee’s terms, conditions, and privileges of employment because of the employee’s pregnancy.

Guidance: Breastfeeding Employees

New York State employers may not treat employees differently just because they are breastfeeding.

Pregnant and Breastfeeding in the Workplace

Additional Resources and Guidance

Paid Family Leave

Get Updates

Text PREGNANT to 81336

Stay up-to-date on New York State's actions to prevent pregnancy discrimination in the workplace.

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