Parents suffer financial stress during family leave after childbirth. Expenses are much higher, while they may lose their income, their job, and access to health insurance coverage.

Ohio maternity leave laws provide state employees with three income replacement options. Private workers may have job security and health care continuation.


Every healthcare benefit plan in Ohio leaves families with a potentially large financial hole. The programs make payments directly to medical providers, but do not replace income when a parent is unable to work.

Short-term disability in Ohio replaces a portion income when an employee is unable to work due to a covered medical condition. Purchase your policy prior to becoming sick, hurt, or pregnant.