Planning for Maternity Leave: 02. The Second Trimester

As you enter the next stage of your pregnancy, it is time to fill out the details of your upcoming leave. In this course, The Second Trimester, we will review some of the steps you should take in your personal and work life to further prepare for your maternity leave. We will touch on the importance of going over the details of your leave with your boss in order to help create a smooth transition. We will also review what you should include in your maternity plan including due date, expected time off, leave pay, goals to accomplish before you leave, a complete contact list of vendors and clients, a plan for your return, the best way to reach you, and your conditions of communication.

Part of the series called Planning for Maternity Leave, this course includes a video lesson, downloadable student materials and a short online quiz.