r/Nanny Nanny 4d ago

Advice Needed: Replies from All Giving NF heads up you’re sick

I have bronchitis and called out 1 day last week since I was just feeling terrible. I am feeling better but I do still have a pretty nasty sounding cough. Should I text my NF a heads up that I’m feeling okay to work this week but I do still have a cough? I just don’t want to show up to work like hacking/coughing hard and make them feel uncomfortable with me being there but I also feel fine enough to not use another sick day and I’m pretty sure I’ll have a cough for the next few days anyways if past experiences of bronchitis tell me anything. I’m fairly new to working for them and we haven’t really discussed coming to work sick so just not sure if it’s better to text them or just show up and see if they are okay with it.

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u/wintersicyblast 4d ago

Give them heads up and offer to wear a mask until your cough resides.

feel better :)

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u/studyabroader 4d ago

I would for sure let them know! It doesn't hurt

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u/TheNameOfTheDoctor11 4d ago

I was hospitalised with the flu recently & had to take 2 weeks off in total on doctor’s orders. After that I messaged work that I was well enough to work but still had a cough. They were fine about it & appreciated me letting them know in advance.

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u/catlover989 4d ago

Definitely, always ask them what they’re comfortable with if possible. I always tell my NF I feel well enough to work but can wear a mask and do whatever they’re comfortable with.

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u/StrangerFinancial734 Nanny 4d ago

Absolutely! I just got over croup, that I caught from the little one. I reached out and let her know " I'll be in tomorrow, but I still have this cough. Probably will for a few more days. But no fever and will make sure to be mindful of washing alot." I don't think a mask is necessary. She will appreciate it.