Maternity leave is a time off from work, to which the mother is entitled before and after the birth of a child, and the child's father can also partially take advantage of it. Maternity leave in Poland, as in many other countries, is regulated by law, providing protection for the mother's workplace and financial support. Maternity leave 2024 - see for what period it is due, who can take it and how much the maternity allowance is.