probation period makes it easier for them. if they have sighted time off that you require to get over an operation as the reason to dismiss you then that is not acceptable, even on probation.
good luck.
You'll probably need a forward facing child seat mate (and Tania's niece too LOL ):
http://www.thinkroadsafety.gov.uk/campaign...law-leaflet.pdf
Sorry, can't help with a lend, as mine are well out of these now.