In your 20’s If you’re in your 20’s and don’t have babies on the brain yet, it’s still a good idea to plan for your potential maternity leave. I know, it’s hard to think about changing diapers In your 30’s Know your company’s Maternity Leave policy AND your rights Companies are not required to give employees paid time off during maternity leave. There are, however, laws in place to protect working parents from losing their jobs while away on leave. The Family and Medical Leav