I figured that if i go casual, it will open up a position where i am currently working so that they can hire someone to replace me as i wont be in the state to take my position back when i am ready to return to work.

I also have to put into consideration if there will be a branch where i am moving to. If there is, and they have a position available to fill, i would feel bad taking that position then deserting them to go on maternity leave within a couple of weeks. Only for them not to be able to find someone to fill my position due to wage restrictions.

Unless i can organise for HR to help me and place me in a store as a temporary fix until my leave starts then change to casual as i'm not sure how long i will take off after bubs is born. I may return to work in as part time. I want to avoid child care for as long as possible. I have a few friends who work in child care and i honestly dont see the benifit to it....its actually quite appalling the stories i hear....sorry its a little off topic.

Are there any recommendations as to what else i could do that i havent thought of?