I am on maternity leave right now with our first baby. I cant imagine sending her to day care as she is so precious and I dont want to miss out on the bonding. Also I cant afford daycare as my paychecks would not be able to cover both my bills and daycare. What is a nice way to tell work that you wont be coming back after all.
2007-04-13 06:31:12 · 11 answers · asked by ? 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Just simply tell your boss....
"I will not be returning to work-- I have chosen to stay home & care for my baby"
Of course you also thank him for being able to work for the company. Definitely, leave on a positive note. You never know if you may want to return in the future or if you may need a reference in the future.
2007-04-13 06:34:57 · answer #1 · answered by Proud mother! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell them right away. Easier said than done, right? I would give my supervisor a call first, tell her that you have changed your mind about returning. My employer was very understanding. Let your supervisor know that you will send her a letter stating the same, and that you will cc Human Resources. There is no need to disclose the money situation unless you want to point out that you aren't paid enough. It's appropriate to let her know that you would like to be able to use her as a reference in the future. It would be nice to send the staff a card with a picture of you and your precious little baby. It's great that you've chosen to stay with your baby!
2007-04-13 06:43:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just request a face-to-face meeting with your immediate supervisor. Bring the baby so he/she can see how adorable she is. Then say you're very sorry but you have decided that it is emotionally as well as financially unfeasible to come back to your job. Detail the reasons you've decided to stay home just like you did in your question, and bring along a typed, signed written two weeks' notice, as many employers require written notice. Don't feel bad- many moms realize they can't go back to work after spending their maternity leave with their baby. You will probably be commended and applauded by your boss and co-workers for your decision.
2007-04-13 06:42:54 · answer #3 · answered by fizzygurrl1980 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hopefully your maternity leave wasn't a paid benefit with some sort of "pay it back if you don't return" clause.
Congrats on the baby.
I think you should tell them as soon as possible, in writing. I wouldn't go into the economics of it, I would simply say that changed circumstances have prompted your resignation effective (whenever).
2007-04-13 06:35:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just explain the way you feel. Meeting with them is the best, but if thats not a choice for you make a phone call. They will most likly be glad you made an effort to tell them so they call fill the position wth someone else. I am sure they would understand and if they don't who cares. You have to do what you have to do.
2007-04-13 06:37:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wrote a resignation letter thanking them for the opportunity & the skills I accquired while working w/their company. I thanked them for their understanding throughout the pregnancy, but that my husband & I have decided that I would be staying home with the baby.
2007-04-13 06:36:50 · answer #6 · answered by Angelica H 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
tell them you changed your mind and can't stand the thought of leaving your baby in day care thats what i told my job when i was on maternity leave
2007-04-13 06:38:36 · answer #7 · answered by alina 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them the truth, you don't want to leave your baby. Do it as soon as you can so they can find someone to fill your old job. Enjoy your new baby.
2007-04-13 06:35:11 · answer #8 · answered by applecrisp 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should probably send them a letter, that way you can use them for a reference if you get another job.
2007-04-13 06:34:06 · answer #9 · answered by Kristi 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A gracious letter of appreciation since they are paying you for leave for no reason.
2007-04-13 06:38:48 · answer #10 · answered by barthebear 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋