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How to be transparent about pregnancy while maintaining negotiation power with a micro fund that is waiting to hear back within 48 hours.

Written by Mia Scott

First, please know that this is more common than you think. Many great CEOs are women who were pregnant and had kids during their tenure -- including Marissa Meyer who had 2 kids while CEO of Yahoo. In general, and all other matters that might have sensitivity -- is to take ownership of it and be proactive in presenting a plan. Investors usually have a much bigger issue if you obfuscate or shield them from the truth.

You can also get advice from others who've been down this path. Rachel Chalmers, a former female VC and mother, has office hours on Friday for advice.

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