t will be based separately on the period of time to which that parent is entitled, independent of the other parent. (d) Conditions. 1. Pregnancy – The start of a leave for a pregnant employee shall start at the beginning of the period of disability that a health care provider certifies as necessary. Leave for the non-disability portion of childbirth may be taken before or after delivery. In accordance with Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) under the California FEHA, pregnant employees who are disabled due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions are eligible for up to four months (nine pay periods) of leave with medical certification certifying the employee is unable to work due to a pregnancy-related condition. PDL under the FEHA may be taken before or after the birth of a child, which shall run concurrently with pregnancy leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, and must be concluded within one year of the child’s birth. Employees (either parent) are also eligible for family leave (bonding) under the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), which shall be limited to four months (nine pay periods) and must be concluded within one year of the child’s birth or adoption. Whereas bonding leave for the pregnant employee may be taken before or after delivery, bonding leave for the non-pregnant employee shall be taken on or after the anticipated delivery or placement date of the child, except as may be necessary under Subsection (d)2. “Adoption”. (The administration of this leave shall be in accordance with Subsections (c)2. and (d)7. of this Section.) 2. Adoption – The start of a family leave for adoption shall begin on a date reasonably close to the date the child is placed in the custody of the employee. Leave for adoption or foster care of a child may also be granted prior to placement if an absence from work is required. 3. Family Illness – The start of a family leave for a serious health condition of a family member or designated person shall begin on the date requested by the employee or designated by Management. 4. Employee’s Own Illness – The start of a leave for the employee’s own serious health condition shall begin on the date requested by the employee or designated by Management. 5. A serious health condition is defined as an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves any period of: A.