Parental leave
Policy Proposals for Building a Post-Roe Future
Every human life has intrinsic worth and value, including the lives of both the unborn child and that child's mother.
This Christmas, Lawmakers Can Help Struggling Families
The Child Tax Credit carves a pathway of possibility for all communities to grow and build their families.
Paid Parental Leave Benefits Employers Too
Working parents should have an adequate amount of time to adjust to parenthood and recover from childbirth.
Child-free woman comparing maternity leave to vacation time slammed
"The idea that women (but not men) without children should be entitled to extra leave is laughable," wrote one angry Mumsnet user.
Job Post Bashed as It Gives 2 Weeks' Paid Parental Leave: 'Rare Benefit'
"This is incredibly sad. Parents should have a whole year," one user commented.
Worker Hailed for Quitting Job Over 'Petty' Boss Asking To Reduce Paternity
The majority of fathers in the U.S. who take paid leave take only a week or less, according to a May 2018 study in the Community, Work & Family journal.
Meghan, Harry Give Employees Free Childcare: 'It's a Business Imperative'
Meghan has said that child care is not "just a community imperative" but "a business imperative" as Archewell joins the Business Coalition for Child Care.
Meghan Markle Good Candidate For Future Presidency—Valerie Biden
President Biden's sister told a British morning show that Meghan would make a good potential Democratic presidential candidate, and would be "welcome" to join.
Listening to Parents on Paid Leave
The best way to deliver for families is to offer a universal, modest benefit for all parents, regardless of work status.
Mom Forced to Return to Work 12 Days After Giving Birth in Viral Video
"This country does nothing for children," said one commenter. "They prioritize work and that's it."
The Fight for Paid Parental Leave is a Fight for Queer Rights
We applaud companies for doing the right thing—but the onus to finally right this wrong, and do right by all of America's parents, falls squarely on the shoulders of our elected leaders.
How Not to Pass Paid Family and Medical Leave
Progressive policymakers disserve their principles by rushing to pass legislation that threatens existing entitlement programs and risks exacerbating inequality.
Prince Harry to Take Months Off After Baby—Would Only Get 3 Days As a Royal
Prince Harry will be on family leave with baby daughter Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor for "several months."
Three Things to Look Out for in the American Families Act
Here are a few big issues Americans—and especially working parents—should ask about before jumping on the bandwagon in support of Biden's plan.
How Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Paid Leave Policy Compares to Ivanka Trump's
Ocasio-Cortez has a "strong" paid leave policy while Ivanka Trump's are "much more problematic," one advocate said.
CA Governor Proposes Longest Paid Parental Leave in US
The U.S. lags behind most other developed nations when it comes to family leave.
San Francisco Ponders Fully Paid Leave for Parents
If approved, the law would provide new parents working in the private sector with six weeks of leave.
Spotify to Offer Workers Six Months' Paid Parental Leave
The policy is one of the most generous among high-tech companies.
Yahoo Generous With Parental Leave, But CEO Marissa Mayer Will Take 'Limited Time Off'
The CEO announced she's expecting twin girls in December.