Request for Maternity leave for Second Child

Sample letter to tell the boss about coming baby and asking for maternity leave

Dear [Name],

I am 17 weeks pregnant with my second child and I would like to request for a maternity leave. I plan to take just [insert number] of the [insert number] months' maternity leave that I am entitled to as an employee.

I would like my maternity leave to start from [date] and end on [date]. It is my intention to stay with the company after my said leave.

I appreciate your understanding and I wish all the best for the organization in the future.

Sincerely,

Sara