The Confirmation Of Maternity Leave Letter is a mandatory document under German employment law that employers must provide to pregnant employees. It is triggered when an employee notifies their employer of pregnancy and intended maternity leave. The letter serves multiple purposes: it acknowledges receipt of the pregnancy notification, confirms the statutory protection periods (6 weeks before and 8 weeks after birth), details the continuation of salary and benefits, and outlines the terms for returning to work. This document must comply with the Mutterschutzgesetz (MuSchG) and related German labor laws, ensuring that both employer and employee have clear written confirmation of the maternity leave arrangements. It forms part of the employee's personnel file and may be required for social security and health insurance purposes.

1. Company Header and Date: Official company letterhead including company name, address, and current date

2. Employee Details: Full name and address of the employee, their position, and department

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a confirmation of maternity leave

4. Acknowledgment of Pregnancy Notice: Confirmation of receiving the pregnancy notification and expected due date

5. Maternity Protection Periods: Specification of the mandatory protection periods (6 weeks before and 8 weeks after birth)

6. Leave Dates: Clear statement of the start and end dates of the maternity leave period

7. Pay and Benefits: Information about salary continuation, maternity allowance, and maintenance of benefits during leave

8. Return to Work: Expected return date and process for communicating any changes

9. Closing: Professional closing with space for signature, contact information for queries, and good wishes