I recently found myself in a challenging situation at my company, where I've worked for 8 years. I was informed that I would need to relocate from Texas to New York or accept a severance package. They offered $10,000 for relocation, but given that I'm 7 months pregnant and due for maternity leave in September, I feel cornered by this decision. It's frustrating because they claim this decision isn't related to my performance, yet the timing feels incredibly unfair. I have deferred compensation set to pay out over the next five years, including an award that vests in January 2027, and I'm also expecting a significant annual bonus in March 2026. I'm seeking advice on how to negotiate my severance package. Ideally, I want to propose that I remain employed through my maternity leave, which I believe is covered by short-term disability insurance, and then negotiate a severance on top of that. Since my husband provides our health insurance, the company won't have to worry about that expense. However, I know that finding a new job will be tough until after the holidays and my baby arrives. I'm considering reaching out to a lawyer for guidance, as I want to ensure I handle this correctly. Any advice on how to approach the negotiation or what to ask for would be greatly appreciated.