Deadlines And Due Dates: 9 Things To Do Before Breaking The Baby News To Your Boss

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Come prepared with a plan for coverage and guidance in your absence.

If you know you have impending obligations already scheduled that conflict with your maternity leave such as speaking engagements, event planning or other projects, try to plan alternatives before you break the news. Make sure your colleagues or supervisors have access to files and documents they might need to access while you’re out. Supervisors will know that not only are you committed to making sure work can continue in your absence, but it will also save them searching for alternatives on their own. It may also help to look into if your employer has used temp agencies in the past or would be open to doing so. It shouldn’t be your complete obligation to make sure coverage for you responsibilities is completely in place, but making the effort speaks to your investment as an employee.