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Parental Leave

Navigating parental leave policies can feel like an unsolveable puzzle, but the benefits are real. Motherly is here for you with advice and essays from real mamas.

New York is requiring 12 weeks of paid family leave ????

New York now has the strongest parental leave policies in the country—and that’s progress worth celebrating.

These are the laws for maternity + paternity leave around the world

Scandinavia isn’t the only place with enviable parental leave plans. 

Wish list: for all dads to get Mark Zuckerberg’s paternity leave

The new dad of two is sending an important message to policy-makers with his own actions.

I love my job—but coming back to work from maternity leave still hurts

When a new mom returns in tears please know that it doesn't mean we don't love our job.

Working Until Your Water Breaks

4 steps to be a 40-week pregnant woman and a #GirlBoss at the same time.

mom kissing newborn baby

5 sure-fire ways to make the most of your maternity leave

I would close my eyes, take a deep breath and look at my sweet baby boy.

Harvard researchers say this is the ideal parental leave policy

Let’s get rid of this “primary parent” notion from the get-go. ?

The real-life benefits of paternity leave—proven by Amazon

The success of Amazon’s policies demonstrate paternity leave is a win-win for families + businesses.

Dear America—ALL parents deserve paid leave

And we shouldn’t have to feel guilty for wanting this precious time with our baby. Or selfish for wanting to still get paid during this time.

Why Every Mom Deserves Maternity Leave

Lenny's editor in chief reflects on the privilege so many moms go without.

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