parental leave
Parental leave is the workplace right for employees to take up to 12 months of unpaid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. This includes various forms of leave such as maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and dad and partner leave.
Parental leave is a provision that lets employees take time off to focus on their new child, whether through birth or adoption. It's unpaid but guarantees the right to return to their job after up to 12 months. This type of leave is essential for bonding with the new child and adjusting to new family responsibilities. It includes various forms, like maternity leave for new mothers, paternity leave for new fathers, and adoption leave for parents adopting a child.
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