Converted maternity leave
In the event of hospitalization or death of the mother, the father or co-parent can take converted maternity leave under certain conditions.
We wouldn't wish it on anyone, but it still happens. The birth is over, but the mother is hospitalized or has died. In that case, converted maternity leave can be taken.
Hospitalization mother
The converted maternity leave can start from the eighth day after the birth, provided that the baby is no longer in the hospital. The duration of the rest is equal to the number of days of maternity rest that have not yet been taken. If the mother is discharged from the hospital before this period expires, the converted maternity leave will stop immediately.
Death of mother
The converted maternity leave can start from the day after death. The duration of the rest is equal to the number of days of maternity rest that the mother could still take.
What should you do?
What are the conditions?
There are only conditions if you are self-employed. In addition, you must:
- meet all conditions for entitlement to benefits;
- can prove that you are responsible for the care of the child. The registration in the population register of the child at your address serves as proof.
You may not engage in any activities during the period for which you take over maternity leave
