Planning parental leave is about more than just knowing what you’re entitled to.
How much leave you take – and when – is shaped by lots of things, including your job, finances, job security, your health and your baby’s health, childcare options, and the support you have around you. Plans often change as circumstances shift.
Starting conversations about leave earlier – and keeping your employer updated if plans change – can help reduce uncertainty and make things smoother for both you and your workplace.
(For details on types of leave, pay and entitlements, see Leave)
