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I was in s somewhat similar situation, as when I was working full-time, any time I wanted off would have to be rescheduled to keep adequate staffing. Fortunately, my co-workes and manager were extremely sensitive about everything. All i did was keep my manager informed of what was going on. When we were matched, I told her what exactly "matched" means (ie. definitely not a "sure thing", etc.) and when the baby was due. Our first match didn't happen, so I was never even taken off the schedule. When we were matched again, I told my boss, gave the due date. When I had more info (date of induction), I told my boss that, too. She moved my days around a bit so I would be off around the date, but not use vacation time (my job didn't give paid leave for adoption). She never took me off the schedule or made any long-term changes until I called her, after TPR's were signed and valid, and said I would be off for 12 weeks (now I just work a few days a month). Best advice - just keep them posted and don't make any sudden/permanent decisions until you have a baby in your arms.