Parental leave
Paternal leave refers to to paid and unpaid time off for anyone who will be taking care of a child. The leave begins upon the birth of the child. The length of maternity leave differs on where you are located, so best consult the company handbook or the labor code for the exact paid and unpaid time that you are entitled to. Don’t be afraid to claim these benefits because you are entitled to them under existing labor laws.
In the United States, paternal leave is up to 12 weeks of unpaid time, which also covers other medical situations such as care for an immediate family member, the placement of a child in foster care, as well as being treated or suffering from a serious medical condition. This is is under the US Department of Labor’s Family and Medical Leave Act.