Women from across the political spectrum have shared their experiences having children while pursuing a career as the federal government makes the first step towards increasing paid parental leave.
The lower house is preparing to pass a proposal to extend paid parental leave from 18 to 20 weeks from July 1. It will then be considered by the Senate.
When Labor MP Susan Templeman started her family in the early-1990s, she wasn't entitled to maternity leave.
