The leave & return journal

Guides for the decisions between leave and return

Plain-English guides on parental leave, employer conversations and returning to work in Germany.

7-minute guide

What to prepare before a return-to-work meeting

Move beyond a return date: prepare the hours, responsibilities and check-in points your employer can respond to.

6-minute guide

A simple sequence for separating known dates, formal notices and questions that still need an answer.

8-minute guide

Turn a preferred number of hours into a concrete pattern, with boundaries and a considered fallback.