Why is maternity leave important ?
Maternity leave is essential for:
– Detect and report complications after childbirth;
– Recover, rest and recover physically from childbirth;
– Continue exclusive breastfeeding;
– Adjust and adapt psychologically and emotionally to your new situation;
– Create bonds with the newborn;
– Have the necessary time for medical examinations and information sessions;
– Allow women to reconcile their family life with their family responsibilities;
Ensure the physical, mental and emotional well-being of the mother before and after birth.
When to take maternity leave ?
– It can be taken before, during and after birth;
– Compulsory leave: six weeks after the birth to protect the mayor from any pressure to return to work early;
– Prenatal leave: allows you to rest before childbirth with positive effects on the health of the mother and that of the child;
– Outside the period of compulsory leave, women should be able to choose when they want to take this leave;
– It should be possible to extend the leave if it is necessary for the well-being of the mother or the child.
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