Each year, thousands of expectant mothers and fathers take advantage of the available benefits, allowing them to take time off work to welcome their little one into the world.
In Ireland, women are entitled to 26 weeks of maternity leave plus 16 weeks of unpaid leave, meanwhile, men are allowed two weeks off paid.
Both Maternity and Paternity Benefits are paid at a standard weekly rate of €262 for 2023, however, this could be halved if you fall into one criterion when applying for it.
