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FMLA/TMLA: Complications Prior to Birth of Child

chart showing FMLA for complications prior to birth of a child

 

The following resources will help you move through the FMLA/Tennessee Maternity Leave Act (TMLA) process for complications prior to birth of a child. If you have questions about the FMLA process, contact your FMLA Coordinator at 343-4125 or email fmlaprocessing@vanderbilt.edu.

Step 1: FMLA Request and Receive Eligibility Determination

You may complete the online Medical Leave Request Form to request FMLA for complications due to pregnancy for you or your spouse.

  • If you have already applied for "Birth of Child" you still need to request leave for complications.

Step 2: Complete Medical Certification Form

The FMLA Coordinator will provide this form upon submission of your FMLA request and eligibility determination. This form must be submitted to Human Resources.

Step 3: FMLA/TMLA Approval or Denial

The FMLA Coordinator will provide your leave approval letter and additional materials upon completion of steps 1 and 2 above.

  • If you have already applied for "Birth of Child" your FMLA Coordinator will send a revised approval letter that includes both the complications prior to birth and the leave for the birth of your child.

If you are a privileged provider or hold clinical privileges, you must notify Provider Support Services (PSS) of your FMLA approval. Once you receive your approval letter, send an email to providersupportservices@vanderbilt.edu with your full name and dates of absence.

Step 4: While on FMLA

Pay While on Leave

Sample Timeline for Paid Leave

Step 5: Returning from FMLA