Returning to work after family leave
Returning to work after leave is a big change for the whole family. When the childcare place, morning routines and your work tasks have been thought through in advance, the start goes much more smoothly. This guide helps you plan your return step by step.
You will need
- A decision on an early childhood education place or other childcare arrangement
- Contact with your manager
- A shared family calendar
- A backup plan for when your child is ill
Steps
Give notice of your return in time
If you are returning before the date you originally gave, tell your employer one month in advance. Also tell Kela about your return so that the allowance payments end correctly.
Arrange childcare
Have a return-to-work discussion
Ask about flexibility
Practise the morning routine
Agree on the division of tasks
Prepare for illnesses
Give yourself time
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