Maternity Leave Request Letter

Dear [Manager’s Name],

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request maternity leave, a joyous occasion as my family and I eagerly anticipate the arrival of our new baby. My expected due date is [Expected Due Date], and I plan to commence my leave starting [Start Date], intending to return to my position as [Your Position] around [Return Date], health and circumstances permitting.

During my absence, I am fully committed to ensuring a smooth transition and minimal disruption to our team’s workflow. I have outlined a comprehensive handover plan, which includes [briefly outline your plan – could involve training a colleague, completing certain projects ahead of time, etc.], to support the team during my leave. I am more than willing to provide additional guidance or assistance as needed in the weeks leading up to my leave.

I have attached the required medical documentation and any forms necessary to process this request, as per our company’s policy. Additionally, I am open to discussing any adjustments or considerations that may need to be made regarding my workload before my leave begins.

I am incredibly grateful for your understanding and support during this significant time in my life. Please let me know if there are any further details or documentation you need from me to facilitate this process. I look forward to our discussion on how best to manage my responsibilities in my absence and am eager to make this transition as seamless as possible for everyone involved.

Thank you for considering my maternity leave request. I am committed to staying connected and flexible to the needs of our team and company during this period and am confident that we can manage this period effectively together.

Warmest regards,

Frederick Coleman