[Date]
[Name]
[Title]
[Company name]
Sub: Maternity leave
Dear [Ms./Mr. Last name],
My fourth child is due to come into this world next Thursday, and the family has been having sleepless nights because of the excitement!
Although I was earlier asked to work right until the due date if I so preferred, I have now been advised to check myself into the hospital a couple of days beforehand. This may have something to do with a minor complication I experienced during my last pregnancy.
I am therefore writing you this letter to request a 5-day leave of absence which comes into effect from this Friday.
I have delegated [Name] to handle my accounts during my absence. I have also informed clients about my temporary unavailability and have made the necessary introductions. I don't think [Name] should have any problems as she is one of the most competent managers I have had the privilege to work with for many months.
However, I should be available over the phone right until I go into labor and a couple of hours following delivery.
The HR department tell me that I am entitled to eight more days of family, medical and parental unpaid leave. I would now like to consecutively utilize five of the eight remaining days as maternity leave.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
[Signature]
[Name]
[Title]
[Contact details]
