Inability to work due to pregnancy – rights and obligations
If you are unable to work due to pregnancy, you must notify your employer. Additional rights and obligations are listed on this page.
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Family and work
Topics
Protection of pregnant women and mothers at work
Pregnant women and mothers benefit from special protective measures.
Maternity leave
After their child is born, new mothers take maternity leave. What does it include?
Paternity leave
Are fathers entitled to paternity leave when their children are born?
Family allowances
Parents receive a family allowance for their children. What does the allowance amount to and where can you apply for it.
Childcare
How do I go about looking for a childcare service?