The blog for parents who want more from their parental leave
How to Advocate for Parental Leave at Work in 2026: 3 Strategies That Work
Learn how to advocate for better parental leave at your company in 2026. Three proven strategies to improve workplace policies and secure benefits for all parents.
3 Ways to Advocate for Better Parental Leave in Your State (2026 Guide)
Advocate for paid family leave: call your reps (script included), support coalitions, share your story strategically. Actions that actually work in 2026.
How to Navigate Returning to Work After Parental Leave Without Losing Your Mind
Everything you need to know about returning to work after parental leave. Get practical tips for managing pumping, childcare, work-life balance, and more.
Why Paid Parental Leave Is a Win-Win for Families and Employers (And Why It Should Matter to You)
Discover why paid parental leave benefits families AND employers. Learn about ROI, eligibility, and how paid leave supports health and retention nationwide.
Short-Term Disability for Maternity Leave: What Expecting Moms Need to Know
Everything you need to know about short-term disability for maternity leave in 2025-2026, including benefit amounts, claim filing, and state rates.
Maternity Leave California: Maximizing Your Final Job-Protected Weeks (Weeks 15-18)
Maternity leave California weeks 15-18: Get 4 more job-protected weeks after PFL ends. Learn your CFRA rights, payment options, and how to extend leave.
2026 Paid Parental Leave: Benefits Increasing + New Programs Launching
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: Your Complete 6-8 Week Recovery Guide (Weeks 0-8)
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.
Parental Leave in California Before Birth: When to Start Your Leave (Weeks 1-4 Before Due Date)
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.
Having a Baby in 2026? 3 Smart Ways to Save (or Make!) Money When You Give Birth
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.
When to Tell Your Employer About Your Pregnancy: What to Know Before Sharing the News
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.
Disability Leave 101: How to Get More Paid Time Off to Recover From Child Birth
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.
California Maternity Leave: Your Guide to Parental Leave Benefits in California
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.
What Is Paternity Leave? Why It Matters More Than Ever
Discover what is paternity leave, its benefits for moms, dads, and babies, and why gender-neutral paid parental leave supports family health and balance.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month: Support and Leave
Learn what Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month means, how miscarriage and stillbirth are defined, and what workplace rights support grieving parents.
Pregnancy Benefits: 6 First Steps to Protect Your Paycheck and Peace of Mind
Discover pregnancy benefits in 6 simple steps, from health coverage to job protection, to protect your paycheck and plan your leave with confidence.
Extended Leave: The Time Off Most Parents Don’t Know They Can Take
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 and Parental Leave: What They Don’t Tell You
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.
Paid Family Leave Eligibility for Remote Employees: Which State’s Benefits Do You Get?
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.
Understanding the Pump Act: Your Essential Guide to Workplace Breastfeeding Rights
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.