Social
Paternity Leave
A period of absence from work granted to a father or second parent after the birth or adoption of a child.
Related terms
Health Insurance
Coverage that pays for medical expenses. In many EU countries, mandatory health insurance is funded through social security contributions.
Maternity Leave
A period of absence from work granted to a mother before and after the birth of her child. EU law guarantees minimum 14 weeks maternity leave.
Parental Leave
A period of absence from work available to parents to care for a young child. EU law provides a minimum of 4 months parental leave per parent.