Oftentimes, maternity leave is about 12 weeks long — that is, you're eligible for it (and many people in the U.S. aren't). Through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the federal government guarantees 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for the birth of a newborn or adopting a child.

How long is the average maternity leave?

10 weeks. Average length of paid and unpaid maternity leave women take in the United States.

Is maternity leave 6 or 9 months?

India: Maternity Leave In India Increased To Six Months. Maternity leave increased from 12 to 26 weeks. Female employees with at least two children continue to be entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave. Maternity leave of 12 weeks for female employees adopting a child below 3 months and for commissioning mothers.