I went on 12 week "maternity" (Family & Medical Leave) leave at the very last outside-of-the-house job I had 11 years ago. When I called my supervisor to say that I had been doctor-cleared to return to work, I was told that my position has been dissolved, the entire office restructured, and that if I wanted to remain in their employ, I would need to basically start over in terms of scheduling and seniority. With 2 small children, and a husband whose schedule could change from day to day, it just wasn't possible. I had no recourse, no line of action, and no advocate.