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Fired After Pregnancy Announcement: A Snack Request Gone Wrong
17 Jul
Summary
- Employee allegedly fired three hours after texting manager about pregnancy.
- Morning sickness prompted a simple request for crackers during shift.
- Termination cited 'not passing probationary period' after pregnancy disclosure.
A woman, identified as 'Jin' on social media, has sparked outrage after alleging she was terminated from her job within three hours of texting her manager about her pregnancy.
She had reached out to her manager, seeking permission to nibble on crackers during her shift to combat severe morning sickness. This private disclosure was met with a formal termination letter, citing that she had not passed her probationary period.
The letter stated her employment would end on July 22, requiring her to work through a one-week notice period. She was informed that she would receive pay for accrued holiday time and outstanding hours up to her termination date.
The employee stated she felt betrayed by her manager, having revealed her pregnancy due to trust and persistent sickness. She indicated she would not serve the notice period, expressing deep disappointment over the lack of understanding.
