Guidance on discussing your situation with your employer and coworkers.
- When and how to disclose:
- Consider disclosing when you need to request accommodations or time off
- Schedule a private meeting with your supervisor or HR representative
- Share only the necessary information about your child’s condition
- Be prepared to discuss how it might affect your work schedule
- Requesting accommodations:
- Identify specific needs (flexible hours, remote work, etc.)
- Provide documentation from healthcare providers when required
- Propose solutions that work for both you and your employer
- Be open to discussing alternative arrangements
- Maintaining professional relationships:
- Keep colleagues informed about your availability
- Set clear boundaries for work communication during treatment
- Delegate tasks when necessary and provide clear instructions
- Stay engaged with team meetings and updates when possible
- Documenting communications:
- Keep records of all important conversations and agreements
- Follow up verbal discussions with email summaries
- Save copies of accommodation requests and approvals
- Maintain a log of work schedule changes and arrangements