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Health & Parents

Varying emotions, little sleep and the great responsibility for a small, helpless being: For all their happiness, the first weeks and months after birth cost parents a lot of energy. Here you will find advice and tips on how to master the new challenges with the necessary self-care.

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Maternity benefits

During the maternity protection periods, (expectant) mothers are under special legal protection. Before and after the birth, they are not allowed to work for a certain period of time. The Maternity Protection Act ensures that mothers do not suffer any financial disadvantage during this time. Employees receive up to 100 percent of their previous net income, consisting of maternity pay and an employer allowance.