Multiple Countries offer paid in full maternity leave some up to 5 months and paid Paternity leave up to 6 weeks. I think it’s very beneficial for moms and dads allowed to be home with their newborns. Working class Americans are overworked and should be allowed to enjoy the first few months of their new kids. This would allow for a routine to get set, save on child care in the first couple of months, ensure mental health of both parents are where they need to be by allowing team work on taking care of the baby(s).
For example my job is going to allow me to take 16 weeks of maternity leave BUT, I have to use my vacation time and once I run out I will not get paid and will actually owe my employer for whichever benefits I have. My husband gets 2 weeks of paternity leave unpaid.
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