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New Zealand Approves Paid Leave After Miscarriage

The measure, believed to be among the first in the world, would apply to couples who lose a pregnancy at any point.

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Lissette Arias core team
about 3 years ago

Partner and Chief Design Officer @ Platform Venture Studio

A small step towards a world that’s just a little more equitable towards women. And if you’re wondering, yeah this isn’t happening here. The US is still lagging so much! when it comes to women’s reproductive needs and equitable anything. “The new legislation will expand that leave to anyone who loses a pregnancy at any point, removing any ambiguity. The measure is expected to become law in the coming weeks. In Australia, people who miscarry are entitled to unpaid leave if they lose a fetus after 12 weeks, while in Britain, would-be parents who experience a stillbirth after 24 weeks are eligible for paid leave. The United States does not require employers to provide leave for anyone who suffers a miscarriage.”