My partner and I plan to welcome our first child next year. How can I learn about parental leave and other support for new parents?
Baby benefits are always a hot topic. And, while there’s no one-size-fits-all answer (some policies vary by campus), UC offers many resources for expectant parents — including helpful roadmaps to navigate having a baby or adopting a child. Contact your campus benefits representative for location-specific policies.
Having a baby
Read our having a baby roadmap for advice on:
- Using sick time, vacation and family medical leave
- Applying for disability benefits, if you’re giving birth
- Support through your UC medical plan
- Benefits coverage during your leave, and reenrollment upon return
- Enrolling your baby in benefits
- Finding childcare
- Nursing resources
Adopting a child
Read our adopting a child roadmap for advice on:
- Taking time off to bond with your child
- Benefits coverage during your leave, and reenrollment upon return
- Enrolling your child in benefits
- Finding childcare
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