Maternity leave: Complete guide 2021
It is the economic aid granted by the National Social Security Institute to a pregnant worker, during her rest period, to be able to care for the new member of the family.
It is important to clarify in advance that, as of April 1, 2019, the maternity benefit and the paternity benefit were unified and renamed: "Help for the Birth and Care of the Minor".
As of today, in 2021 maternity and paternity leaves have been equalized at 16 weeks for both parents.
