PREPARING FOR YOUR CHILD
Abbott Discounts
Save money on Similac products if you choose formula for your child; visit the Abbott Store or call 800-258-7677.
Adoption
Contact the myHR Service Center at 877-228-4707 or email hrservicecenter@abbott.com for details on Adoption Assistance benefits.
Breast Pumps
Explore obtaining a breast pump through your Abbott health insurance.
Discounts
Explore discounts available through PerkSpot.
Fertility / Surrogacy
Download the Ovia app and explore Progyny services for fertility or surrogacy support.
Foster Care Reimbursement
Contact the myHR Service Center at 877-228-4707 or email hrservicecenter@abbott.com for details on Foster Care Reimbursement benefits.
Medical Coverage
Complete any pre-delivery steps with the facility where you will deliver.
Mental Health and Work-Life Support
Connect with dedicated clinical experts, six free therapy sessions per year, work-life services, parenting coaching, digital well-being tools and more through Spring Health.
Time Off
Review Abbott policies for Short-Term Medical Leave (STD), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Parental Leave of Absence and Paid Time Off (PTO).
Time Off
Check out the Expectant Parent Checklist as you prepare to welcome your child.
Workplace Accommodations
Need assistance with a workplace accommodation? Check with Occupational Health at your site. Commercial employees can visit the U.S. Commercial EHS Team Page. Field employees seeking fetal dosimeters and/or maternity leads may also visit the U.S. Commercial EHS Team Page.
PREPARING FOR CHILDCARE
Childcare Services
Take advantage of discounted fees and preferred placement with national and regional childcare providers through Care.com.
Childcare Centers – Lake County, IL
For employees who work in/near Lake County, IL, explore your childcare options through Early Discoveries for convenient and regular and backup care.
FSA
Consider participating in the Dependent Care FSA once the baby is born to save tax-free on childcare expenses; you’ll need to enroll within 30 days of the birth or adoption.
Parent Support
Join Similac Strong Moms to connect with fellow parents and other baby experts, receive a free diaper bag, get discounts on products and more.