The United States, compared to the world’s other top economic powers, does not have a great reputation when it comes to social care, or to work-life balance. So it’s safe to say that when these two questions come together–specifically, in the issue of paid parental leave–America does not lead the rest of the world. Still, it’s important to look at the data: just how much maternity and paternity leave do American companies offer?
See Some Common Misconceptions About Stay-At-Home Parents
I’ve definitely been guilty of envying my friends who stay at home with their kids, because it seems like a fun job. What’s it really like to be a stay-at-home mom or dad?