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Mom's tearful post about leaving twins after maternity leave has people debating U.S. policy

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60% Informative

The average American mother takes 10 weeks off after having a baby.

The U.S. is one of just seven countries with no guaranteed paid parental leave by law.

The average mother takes just under 19 weeks of paid leave.

People on both sides of the aisle argue for federally mandated maternity leave.

Families will continue to feel the pressure to go back to work quickly after welcoming their babies and struggle with the reality that it's simply not enough time.

Watch Marissa 's full video: @marissa_jeanne Last day of maternity leave and I am a mess. There’s nothing that prepares you for this day in your postpartum journey.

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English

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35

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