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In reply to the discussion: what do childfree/childless people get instead of "parental leave?" [View all]tandot
(6,671 posts)It is part of family leave and mostly unpaid. Once you've used up your sick leave and vacation time, you get unpaid leave ... the only plus is that you don't have to worry about losing your job.
I had to take unpaid leave to take care of my dying mom this August. Just six years ago, I had to take parental leave to take care of my preemie son who was in the NICU for 2 weeks, while I could hardly move because of a slipped disk in my back. I needed back surgery just to be somewhat functional so I can take care of my son.
I'd gladly give you any of those leave days if that would spare me the anguish of going through any of that. Be thankful that you don't need to take that kind of leave. It is not a walk in the park and all fun
Even before I had my son or had to take care of my dying mom, I've NEVER envied anyone for getting that kind of leave.