Breaking Down Maternity Leave with Garlande Patz

As of 2023, only 27% of private-sector employers offer paid parental leave programs.  Are you equipped to navigate the rest?  In this WealthStyle episode, Iván Watanabe and Evan Wohl sit down with Garlande Patz, Head of Absence and Disability Practices at Guardian Life, to cover everything you need to know about maternity leave benefits. You’ll gain key insights into navigating your company’s benefits, understanding state versus federal protections, and practical steps to take when you’re expecting a new member of your family. Iván, Evan, and Garlande cover: Short-term disability benefits and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) State-specific family leave programs and understanding your eligibility Tips for preparing in advance to avoid stress during maternity leave Understanding different employer, state, and supplemental health benefits for comprehensive coverage And more! Resources: U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics – paid leave Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Family Medical Leave Act Connect with Iván Watanabe: Opus Private Client, LLC  [email protected] LinkedIn: Iván Watanabe YouTube: OPUS Private Client, LLC Connect with Evan Wohl: Opus Private Client, LLC  [email protected]  LinkedIn: Evan Wohl YouTube: OPUS Private Client, LLC Connect with Garlande Patz: LinkedIn: Garlande Patz Guardian Life  About Our Guest: Garlande Patz is the Head of Absence and Disability Practices for group benefits at Guardian Life. Her professional focus is on strategy and growth of Absence products: disability benefits, FML administration, state-paid leave regulations, and ADA.