maternity leave(Leave to which a woman is entitled for a continuous period allocated before and/or after giving birth in accordance with national legislation and practice. If unpaid, combine with UNPAID LEAVE)
maternity protection(Encompasses measures for the protection of the health of pregnant and breast feeding women employees at work, entitlement to prenatal and postnatal leave and leave in case of illness or complications, entitlement to cash benefits during leave, protection against termination of employment and discrimination and the right to daily breaks for breastfeeding)