Maternity leave has been generally extended to 158 days nationwide, and up to 180 days in some regions. Paternity leave for fathers ranges from 15 to 30 days. Maternity allowances are paid based on the employer’s average monthly wage from the previous year. The special additional deduction for childcare of children under 3 years old is 2,000 yuan per month per child. Various localities also offer extra benefits such as childcare subsidies.
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2026 Fertility Support Policies: Maternity Leave, Subsidies & Childcare
Maternity Leave Policy
Across the country, maternity leave has generally been extended to 158 days, with some regions reaching 180 days. Paternity leave is 15-30 days. During breastfeeding, mothers get 1 hour of nursing leave per day, which can be taken separately or combined.
Birth Allowance
The maternity allowance is paid based on the employee’s average monthly wage from the previous year. A natural birth is usually granted 98 days, with 15 extra days for a C-section. Each additional baby in a multiple birth adds 15 days.
Childcare Policy
The state is vigorously building a public-interest childcare service system, encouraging community-based, workplace-based, and kindergarten childcare classes. Some cities offer childcare subsidy vouchers to lower household childcare costs.
Tax Benefits
The special additional deduction for caring for children under 3 is 2,000 yuan per infant per month, shared between one or both parents.
Regional Highlights
- Beijing: Extended childbirth leave of 60 days and a new parenting leave
- Shanghai: Added parenting leave and encourages flexible work
- Guangdong: 80 days of bonus leave for a third child
- Zhejiang: Pays parenting subsidies, with extra support for two- and three-child families
Fertility support policies are constantly improving. Keep an eye on your local updates and claim the benefits you are entitled to in time.
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2026 Summary of Birth Support Policies
Maternity leave has generally been extended to 158 days nationwide, and up to 180 days in some regions. Paternity leave is 15-30 days. Maternity allowances are paid based on the employer’s average monthly wage of the previous year. The special additional deduction for childcare of children under 3 is 2,000 yuan per child per month. Localities also offer extra benefits such as parenting subsidies.