
Dads Now Take Nearly Equal Parental Leave in Many States
In states with paid family leave programs, fathers are taking nearly equal amounts of bonding leave as mothers for the first time. Two states even see dads taking more leave than moms.
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In states with paid family leave programs, fathers are taking nearly equal amounts of bonding leave as mothers for the first time. Two states even see dads taking more leave than moms.

Fathers across America are pushing for equal parental leave policies, and their voices are starting to reshape workplace culture. While only 17% of Fortune 500 companies currently offer equal leave, the growing demand signals a major shift in how families share childcare.