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Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

'Latte Dads' Are a Swedish Sensation. Can We Bring This To America?

Swedish fathers, known as 'latte dads,' actively participate in parenting, benefiting from generous parental leave policies.
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UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Paternity leave is outdated and unequal, MPs say

UK's statutory parental leave is criticized for being inadequate compared to other developed nations.
Cross-party MPs call for significant reform to update outmoded paternity leave rules.
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

What's Paternity Leave's Greatest Benefit? Creating Confident, Engaged Fathers

The U.S. has inadequate parental leave, impacting fathers' ability to engage with their families.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

British Dads Are Striking For Better Paternity Leave

Parental leave in the U.S. is severely lacking, with no guaranteed paid leave for new parents, one of the worst in the developed world.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed

The government's planned review of parental leave aims to modernize the outdated UK system, which has been criticized for being one of the worst in developed nations.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

So, What Did I Miss?

Parental leave shouldn't blind one to political upheavals and potential consequences on institutions.
fromFatherly
2 months ago

This Map Shows Every State's Paid Leave Laws - And It's Dismal

The U.S. does not provide federal paid parental leave, unlike other OECD countries.
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

What Nordic Dads Have That American Dads Don't

Nordic countries have seen a cultural shift in fatherhood, with dads increasingly involved in parenting and supportive of parental leave.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When "Family-Friendly" Really Means a Return to Patriarchy

American families face significant challenges with inadequate support for childbirth, healthcare, and childcare.
Current policies may push women toward full-time motherhood rather than supporting a balance with work.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 months ago

For Tech Whistleblowers, There's Safety in Numbers

Powerful stories can drive change, but organizations may retaliate against those who share them.
Psst provides a safe platform for anonymous whistleblowing, promoting accountability in tech and government.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Rethink what we expect from parents': Norway's grapple with falling birthrate

"Norway's fertility rate plummeted from 1.98 children for each woman in 2009 to 1.40 in 2023, a historic low, despite generous parental benefits."
Parenting
Parenting
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to turn parental leave into a strategic advantage

Parental leave should be viewed strategically as a key driver for retention and organizational growth.
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago

EXPLAINED: The different types of extended leave you can take in Germany

Germany has a well-established system for various types of leave, including parental, sick, and unpaid leave.
fromHR Brew
3 months ago

The EVP of Global HR at Protiviti shares what has kept him in his role for nearly 18 years

HR executive tenures are short due to burnout; adaptability and technology knowledge are essential for success.
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US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Proxy Voting Defeat Reflects a House Out of Step With Modern Culture

Congress fails to modernize parental leave policies, reflecting outdated views.
Majority of the House supported parental leave voting measure, but GOP opposed.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Proxy Voting Defeat Reflects a House Out of Step With Modern Culture

Congress fails to modernize parental leave policies, reflecting outdated views.
Majority of the House supported parental leave voting measure, but GOP opposed.
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Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Parents entitled to new neonatal care leave and pay - here's who is eligible

The Independent champions accessible journalism and supports working families with new neonatal leave policies for parents of babies in critical care.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump supports proxy voting for new moms in Congress: 'I don't know why it's controversial'

Trump supports proxy voting for new parents in Congress.
SF politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Johnson Fails to Kill Bipartisan Measure to Allow Proxy Voting for New Parents

Speaker Mike Johnson's attempt to block remote voting for new parents failed, indicating bipartisan support for the measure.
Bill proposals for new parents highlight longstanding issues in Congress regarding family leave.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Chobani CEO: Why we're now giving all workers at least 12 weeks of parental leave

Chobani significantly expanded its parental leave policy, offering 12 weeks of fully paid leave for all new parents.
fromNature
5 months ago

My experience of speaking at a conference with a baby

Balancing parenting with professional responsibilities can lead to unexpected opportunities
Parental leave can be a chance to reflect on one's career and share insights with others
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