maternitypaternity
Maternitypaternity is a term used to describe an integrated approach to motherhood and fatherhood within social policy and family life. It emphasizes the shared responsibilities of caregivers and a shift away from rigidly gendered models of parenting. The term is a portmanteau of maternity and paternity and is typically used in sociological and policy discussions rather than as a formal designation in most legal systems.
In policy terms, maternitypaternity can refer to systems that provide a single pool of parental leave to
Implementation varies widely. Some countries offer shared parental leave with partial wage replacement, while others maintain
Criticisms include concerns about cost to public finances, potential for inequitable uptake (e.g., higher uptake by
See also: parental leave, shared parental leave, gender equality, family policy.