It’s important to know what you must do—and what you can’t do (or say)—under federal anti-discrimination and
maternity leave laws. And it’s vital to double-check state maternity leave statutes, which may provide more liberal
leave benefits.

While no federal law requires you to provide paid maternity leave, most employers must comply with the
pregnancy discrimination law and FMLA maternity leave regulations. Here are 7 guidelines on how best to comply
with maternity leave laws, plus a sample leave policy you can adapt for your own organization.