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More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are

Oct 25, 2026 · Elly Yu

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More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are
Karlo Campana plays Magnatiles with his daughters Gianna and Giselle, while his 5-month-old son Gianluca watches. Campana is one of the growing number of California men taking advantage of the state
Karlo Campana plays Magnatiles with his daughters Gianna and Giselle, while his 5-month-old son Gianluca watches. Campana is one of the growing number of California men taking advantage of the state

The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.

(Image credit: Dania Maxwell for NPR)

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