Emakavälimine

Emakavälimine, also known as maternal leave, is a period of absence from work granted to mothers following childbirth. The duration and specifics of emakavälimine vary significantly by country and often by employer. It is generally intended to allow mothers to recover from childbirth and to bond with their newborn during the crucial early weeks and months of the infant's life.

During emakavälimine, some jurisdictions mandate that a portion of the mother's salary be paid, either by the employer, the government, or through a social insurance system. In other cases, the leave may be unpaid. The primary goals of emakavälimine are to support the health and well-being of both mother and child, promote breastfeeding, and facilitate the mother's eventual return to her employment.

In many countries, emakavälimine is a legal right, protecting mothers from job loss during their leave. However, the length of this protected period and the availability of benefits are subjects of ongoing debate and policy development. The concept of emakavälimine is increasingly being discussed in conjunction with paternal leave or parental leave, which allows fathers or non-birthing parents to also take time off to care for a new child.