Maternity leave protects pregnant and breastfeeding women in the workplace and ensures the well-being of the baby before and after birth. Further information can be found on the BMFSFJ family portal.
After the birth, you can take parental leave to care for your child yourself. As this is unpaid leave from your job, you can apply for parental allowance as financial support. Find out more on the Handbook Germany website.
Hamburg offers parents a wide range of childcare options. Find out about the different types of childcare available and learn how to apply for a childcare voucher.
Child benefit and child supplement provide families with financial support for raising their children. The Familienkasse provides information about the benefits and the requirements.
