Subject: Return to Work after Maternity Leave — (Your Name) Dear [Supervisor/Manager's Name], I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to inform you about my intention to return to work following my maternity leave. Having thoroughly enjoyed my time bonding with my newborn, I am now excited to resume my duties and contribute to the success of our team once again. As per our previous discussion, I will be ready to resume work on [enter specific date]. I understand that the transition may require certain adjustments, and I am committed to making this process as smooth as possible. To assist with the transition, I have prepared a brief outline of my proposed schedule for the initial weeks, which can be flexible and adjusted to meet the needs of the department: — Week 1: I would appreciate spending the first week engaging in handover sessions with my team members and catching up on any important updates or changes that have occurred during my absence. I am confident that this will help me quickly regain my productivity. — Weeks 2 and 3: During these weeks, I intend to gradually increase my workload, taking on tasks that fall within my area of expertise and prioritizing projects that require immediate attention. I kindly request your guidance and support during this reintegration phase, as it will help me navigate any potential challenges effectively. — Week 4 onwards: By this point, I should be fully back on track and capable of handling my regular workload. I am eager to take on new assignments and contribute to the growth and success of our team. Moreover, I have made the necessary arrangements for childcare, ensuring that my baby will be well taken care of during my working hours. Rest assured, this will not interfere with my professional responsibilities or impact my commitment to meeting deadlines and targets. I understand that my return will require compliance with any new policies or procedures implemented during my absence. I kindly request you to share any updates, training materials, or guidelines that I should familiarize myself with to ensure a seamless transition back into the workplace. Furthermore, I am truly grateful for the support and understanding shown by the company throughout my maternity leave, and I am confident that together we will continue to achieve great things. Furthermore, I look forward to reconnecting with my colleagues and contributing to the growth and success of our team. Thank you for considering my return and for your ongoing support. Should you have any further questions or need to discuss any specific arrangements, please feel free to reach out to me. I am more than willing to collaborate and ensure a smooth transition. Thank you once again. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Employee ID/Department] [Phone Number] [Email Address] Alternate versions of the sample email for return to work after maternity leave could include: 1. Sample email seeking a flexible work arrangement post-maternity leave: This version emphasizes requesting a flexible work arrangement to accommodate the needs of both the employee and the employer. 2. Sample email requesting a phased return to work after maternity leave: This version emphasizes a gradual increase in work hours over several weeks, allowing the employee to ease back into their regular schedule. 3. Sample email acknowledging company policies and seeking updates: This version focuses on acknowledging any policy changes that may have occurred during the absence and requesting relevant information or training materials to ensure compliance upon returning to work.