Understanding Maternity Leave can be daunting for new parents. Can I even get maternity leave? How much can I get? How do I do it? What's next?!

Pregnancy is stressful enough and we're hoping to alleviate some of the angst and confusion that comes with Maternity Leave. Our Maternity Leave Insider eBook may be free, but it's packed with valuable tips, advice, and insight.

All we ask in return for making this book free is that you:

    • Share a link to our website and this eBook if you feel others can benefit
    • Never copy, duplicate, or republish the content without permission
    • Visit our Maternity Leave Forums to share with others
    • Return and tell us if you enjoyed our eBook (optional but encouraged) :)
 

  Maternity Leave - What it is, how to get it, and how to maximize it!

Family leave policies run the gamut from minimal time off to a year off if you’d like to take it. Some leaves are paid; others are unpaid; still others are a combination of the two.

You may work for a company with a very formal policy or you may work for a firm with no defined policy whatsoever. These are things you’ve got to find out and consider well before your due date.

Our eBook will examine the basic laws at both the federal and state level which govern
pregnancy leave, maternity leave, and family leave situations.

Our book will also provide you with information regarding paternity leave and even maternity leave for those adopting or fostering a child.

You will also find information regarding short term disability pay, benefits, pregnancy discrimination, how to handle bed rest and other pre-childbirth complications or restrictions and tips for how to approach your boss or HR department to discuss your upcoming leave.

Click here read Maternity Leave Insider (PDF Format; 3 MB)

 
What's Inside?
We hope that our Maternity Leave Insider eBook will answer all of your questions about pregnancy and maternity leave and will also help you formulate your plans for leave with the least amount of emotional and financial stress as possible.

All of the following, and more, is inside!

    I. Introduction

    II. Family Leave vs. Pregnancy Leave

    III. Federal Law

         a. Pregnancy Discrimination Act

         b. Family Medical Leave Act

    IV. State Laws

    V. Short Term Disability

    VI. How to Arrange for and/or Negotiate Maternity Leave

    VII. Adoption and Foster Care

    VIII. Paternity Leave

    IX. What Happens if I am Put on Bed Rest? Can I Still Take Maternity Leave?

    X. How to Get the Largest Amount of Time and Money During Maternity Leave

    XI. Handling the Financial Impact of Parental Leave

    XII. Before and After: How to Handle the Maternity Leave Transitions at Work

    Appendix I: Checklist for Requesting Maternity Leave

    Appendix II: State-Specific Maternity and Family Leave Laws (Every state is included to give you a head start!)

Remember, Maternity Leave Insider is completely free!

All we ask in return is that you share a link to our website and eBook if you think others can benefit from it, never copy or republish the content without permission, and visit our maternity leave forums to share your experiences, troubles, and successes. Ready to get started?