Parental Leave Resources

Support Employees Throughout Their Leave Journey

Help employees plan, take and return from leave with tools and support that make the process easier and clearer.

What Are Parental Leave Resources?

Parental Leave Resources help employees plan, take and return from leave with confidence.

They guide employees, managers and HR teams through every step — from understanding benefits to preparing for leave and returning to work.

Why Parental Leave Is a Critical Moment for Employers

Parental leave is one of the most complex and high impact leave events for employers. It requires balancing employee needs, business continuity and complex leave programs.

  • Employees may not fully understand their benefits or how to plan.
  • HR teams must help employees understand federal, state and employer programs.
  • Managers may not feel confident knowing how to support employees through leave.
  • Employees may return stressed — or leave the workforce entirely.

How Parental Leave Resources Help

Improves Planning Before Leave Begins

Guided tools and resources help employees understand the benefits available to them. This helps employees plan earlier and reduce confusion before leave begins.

Supports Managers With the Right Tools

Resources and guidance help managers support employees with confidence throughout the leave and upon the employee’s return.

Strengthens Retention and Engagement

Ongoing support helps employees return to work with confidence and stay engaged long term.

Reduces the Burden on HR Teams

Centralized tools reduce repeat questions and streamline leave planning across the organization.

A More Connected Approach to Parental Leave Support

The Standard brings together planning tools, guidance and ongoing support from two leaders in leave planning and parental support. Teams can access all these resources from a single, easy-to-use hub.

Leave Planning and Financial Tools

Powered by PERKY®, our leave planning tool helps employees understand their state and federal leave options. PERKY also offers financial resources, including a Parenthood Financial Report, and a community for working parents.

Coaching and Support for Real-Life Transitions

Through the Center for Parental Leave Leadership's RETAIN Coaching HubTM, employees, managers and HR teams get guidance, tools and coaching to support the transition to working parenthood. This helps employees stay engaged, return with confidence and succeed after leave.

Real Support at a Critical Moment

This gave me structure during a really important transition. I had a better sense of what steps to take and how to shift from being an employee to a working parent — both personally and professionally.
Ashley
Employee

Flexible Options to Fit Your Organization

Essential Resources

Included with our Short Term Disability and Paid Family and Medical Leave coverage in most states.

Enhanced Resources

Add customization, coaching and consulting for deeper support. Ask your broker or representative at The Standard for more details.

Support Your Workforce Through Parental Leave
See how Parental Leave Resources can help employees plan, take and return from leave with confidence.