New Video Alert: How to Afford Maternity Leave


New Video Alert

How to Afford Maternity Leave: Work Benefits, Budgeting, & Baby Costs

In this video, we cover essential tips for parents-to-be on how to financially prepare for maternity and paternity leave. We break down the following key topics:

  • Understanding leave policies: FMLA, short-term disability, unpaid leave, oh my!
  • Budgeting with your partner - baby daddy needs to be involved
  • Planning for expensive childcare
  • Why now may be the time to upgrade your health insurance
  • ...and many other tips to ensure you have the time and money to spend and bond with baby.

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