Should men get paternity leave from work? Here are some reasons why men should get paternity leaves. Maternity leaves are never objectionable however when it comes to paternity leaves it becomes one of the most controversial topics of all times. Reasons for maternity leaves are well justified as the women have to carry the child with them as part of their body until the child is born but there are justified reasons for the paternity leave as well. Reasons why men should get paternity leaves: -
Business Restrictions
This is one of the most common and unavoidable reason for paternity leaves. Organizations seldom allow their employees to stay free. The aim of employing someone is to get the most out of the employment. Concepts like TPM ensure that the employees remain engaged most of the times. It is a common scene these days that due to work pressure and business meetings the employees cancel or postpone number of personal commitments which are seldom recognized by the organizations.
Outstation Travels
Not all jobs are office jobs. There are many that are into auditing, surveys, risk assessment, sales and marketing. Such jobs require lot of outstation travels hence they get the least time to support their partner when she needs them the most. Sometimes the irony is that the travelling is increased during those critical periods leaving the men regretted forever. Paternity leaves may help people in this sector.
Moral Support
There is always a moral support when the man is there in the house. A man on paternity leave may dedicatedly serve his partner. Not all out of house assignments can be carried out by a pregnant woman. Giving the maternity leaves alone can’t help the women completely as how would they overcome the needs at critical times. No one understands her better than her husband.
Nuclear Families and Importance of Paternity Leaves
Gone are the days when there used to be joint families. Most of the policies existing today are based on policies formulated during those days only. Nowadays people prefer living lives their way. When the number of members in the family are restricted to husband and wife only, it becomes difficult for the lady to cope with even the minor requirements. It is not always feasible to call the neighbours especially in the metropolitans where all are busy.

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In the US, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers to allow employees to take leave to care for the birth of a child without penalization. Certain requirements must be met in order to qualify including doctor's certification and ample notice given to the employer.