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What do you say to an employee going on maternity leave?

What do you say to an employee going on maternity leave?

Messages to give to a coworker going on maternity leave

  • Babies bring such joy and happiness to a family.
  • I can think of no greater joy than a new baby.
  • All the best to you for a happy and restful maternity leave.
  • Congratulations on your new arrival!
  • Enjoy a wonderful and restful maternity leave with your new baby!

How do you say welcome back after maternity leave?

I want to send you a warm welcome back to the office. I hope you had a wonderful maternity leave with [baby’s name]. We at [company] are committed to helping you transition back into work as smoothly as possible. I can offer you [accomodation, e.g. lactation room or flexible hours] to meet the needs of your situation.

How do you write a letter for maternity leave?

Tips for Writing Maternity Leave Request Letter. Always be extremely polite, formal, and concise. Mention the details of the maternal leave. Mention the day and the date as well as the number of weeks for which you won’t be working.

Can an employer contact you while on maternity leave?

An employer may make ‘reasonable contact’ with you during your maternity leave. ‘Reasonable’ is not defined but your employer could contact you about: arrangements for your return to work. It would not be reasonable for your employer to make repeated and persistent contact to ask when you are returning to work.

How much maternity leave is an employer required to give?

Because employers are only required to provide up to four months of maternity leave, the coverage may be terminated if more time is taken. However, employers are allowed to provide more than four months of coverage in their discretion.

What are the maternity leave employer obligations?

Maternity leave employer obligations. When going back to work after maternity leave, the norms typically state that an employer must reinstate employees in their previous position and give them the income and the benefits to which they would have been entitled to had they remained at work. Even prior to leaving,…