Paid parental leave benefits are increasing in 2026! If you're having a baby next year in CA, NY, MA, NJ, or DC, you'll receive higher weekly payments. Get the complete state-by-state breakdown, application timeline, and free planning checklist to maximize your paid leave.

California maternity leave after birth provides 6-8 weeks paid recovery at 70-90% wages through SDI and job protection through PDL. Learn about postpartum leave eligibility, 2025 rates, and extending your recovery time.

Planning pregnancy leave California? Start at 36 weeks with SDI paying 60-70% of wages and PDL protecting your job. Complete week-by-week guide to pre-birth leave, eligibility, and payments.

Planning on having a baby in 2026? Learn how to save thousands on hospital bills and get paid during maternity leave with smart open enrollment choices.

Not sure when to tell your employer about pregnancy? Learn how to time your announcement, understand your rights under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and plan your parental leave with confidence.

Learn how disability leave can extend your paid time off after birth, protect your job, and give you more time to heal and bond with your baby.

Confused about California maternity leave? Learn how to navigate State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA). Hello, Bundle helps all birthing parents and families maximize their leave benefits, get paid, and bond with their new child.

Discover what is paternity leave, its benefits for moms, dads, and babies, and why gender-neutral paid parental leave supports family health and balance.

Learn what Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month means, how miscarriage and stillbirth are defined, and what workplace rights support grieving parents.

Discover pregnancy benefits in 6 simple steps, from health coverage to job protection, to protect your paycheck and plan your leave with confidence.

Learn how extended leave works, how to qualify for paid time off beyond six weeks, and why most parents miss out on benefits they deserve.

Unlimited PTO may sound flexible, but it won’t extend your parental leave. Learn how to plan smarter, maximize benefits, and get the time you deserve.

Confused about paid family leave eligibility as a remote employee? Learn how state payroll classification impacts your benefits, what CASDI means, and how to make sure you qualify before applying.

Learn everything about the Pump Act and your workplace pumping rights as a nursing mother. Discover how this 2022 federal law protects your right to break time and private space to express breast milk at work, plus how to file a complaint if your employer violates these protections.

Learn how the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act protects your workplace rights during pregnancy. Get accommodations, time off, and fair treatment, even if you don't qualify for FMLA. Discover what you can request and how to ask.

Discover your adoption leave rights! Get up to 12 weeks paid time off through FMLA, state programs, and employer benefits. Adoptive parents deserve the same support as biological parents - learn how to maximize your leave and bond with your new child.

Confused about FMLA? Learn exactly who qualifies, what it covers, and how to use it for maternity or paternity leave. Simple, clear, and expert-approved.

Laid off while pregnant with twins, Megan thought paid parental leave was out of reach, until she got $20K. Learn how to claim benefits even after job loss.

Celebrate National Breastfeeding Month with Hello, Bundle. Learn what “Forward Together” really means for new moms, how to access breastfeeding support, and practical tips to thrive, at home and at work.

What is parental leave, and how much time should you take? Learn how to plan your time off with confidence using these key factors and expert tips.