Positive impact of Paternity leave
Articles, stats, and reports to help build the case for increasing paternity and parental leave (with a UK and US focus but relevant for most countries)
Positive impact of Paternity leave
The government has committed to reviewing parental leave during its first year in office.
It says it wants statutory paternity leave to be a day-one right for all employees. Currently, it applies to dads who have been employed for 26 weeks or more.
But even with these proposed changes, campaigners say the UK's parental leave system is one of the wors... See more
It says it wants statutory paternity leave to be a day-one right for all employees. Currently, it applies to dads who have been employed for 26 weeks or more.
But even with these proposed changes, campaigners say the UK's parental leave system is one of the wors... See more
Kristian Johnson • Shared parental leave ‘failing working families’
The Labour government has committed to reviewing SPL policies, but more can be done sooner
The research found that fewer than one in five (18%) prospective parents say they or their partner could afford to take six weeks of paternity leave at the current statutory rate of pay. By contrast, 57% of prospective parents said they or their partner could afford to take six weeks of paternity leave if it was paid at 90% of their income, as stat... See more
Joeli Brearley • Boosting paternity leave has economic benefits - Pregnant Then Screwed
Neither parent can afford to take 6 weeks leave at current statutory rates (for maternity pay) - but could if it was 90% of their wage/salary
Strong evidence for spending time with new borns help build the ‘fathering’ brain - and leads to better outcomes for children and parents
Although scheduling some overlap time with your partner is nice for building a family bond, it’s important to use part of your leave to spend time with your baby alone — it’s the best opportunity for brain training. When you’re the only adult at home, you tackle the challenges, so you learn how to solve those daily baby problems.
Molly Dickens • How Paternity Leave Helps Dads’ Brains Adapt to Parenting
Dad brain training is most effective when you’re the solo parent - enhanced paternity leave gives Dads the opportunity to take that without impacting the Mother’s decision re: when to go back to work
Research also finds that when married fathers take paternity leave, they are less likely to get divorced. This finding applied to short paternity leave (one week or less) and longer leave (a month). The researchers found that the positive impact on the marriage may last up to six years.
Cara Goodwin, Ph.D. • The Benefits of Paid Family Leave
Paternity leave leads to better relationship outcomes for the parents
Firstly, such policies directly address the gender pay gap. Traditionally, women have taken longer career breaks for childcare, impacting their earning potential and career progression. By encouraging all parents to take substantial leave, we're promoting shared responsibility in childcare and reducing the disproportionate career impact on women.
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Shelley Sutton • The business case for gender parity through enhanced family leave policies
What does it mean for businesses? Benefits of a truly enhanced parental leave policy
After fathers return from leave, many would love to stay just as involved in their children’s lives. Introducing more flexible work arrangements would allow employees, including men, to fulfill more of their family duties (for instance, arranging meetings around taking their children to school or providing time to attend doctor’s appointments).
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Wahi Diome-Deer • A fresh look at paternity leave: Why the benefits extend beyond the personal
Returning dads need support and flexibility to remain involved in their child’s life
70% OF DADS WHO DIDN’T TAKE THEIR FULL PATERNITY LEAVE ENTITLEMENT HAD TO CUT IT SHORT DUE TO COST - Pregnant Then Screwed
Joeli Brearleypregnantthenscrewed.com
Report outlining how even so called ‘enhanced’ paternity leave is not enough and not accessible for some
By taking time off, fathers show their intention to help with childcare and take on additional duties beyond being financial providers; some may even use this time to acquire parenting skills and build confidence in their parenting ability.
Arash Emamzadeh • The Relationship and Parenting Benefits of Paternity Leave
Taking paternity leave shows an intention of taking on care responsibilities and gives space to practice parenting skills