Having a Baby in Brazil
For working women in Brazil who are pregnant, the provisions of the law in terms of benefits are basically favorable.
Benefits for mothers-to-be in Brazil match the standards set by most industrialized nations. Among the benefits, included is sick leave, time off for check-ups, and special considerations in her workload- such as giving exemptions on heavy-duty tasks. Maternity leave has been extended from 120 to 180 days, although some private companies can opt not to grant the supplementary 60 days, or at least not grant them with pay.Hospital bills are usually covered by private insurance companies, if an insurance plan has been acquired.
For all babies weighing more than 2kg, a tuberculosis vaccination shall be given right after birth as part of the post-natal care given by the hospitals in Brazil.
Mothers-to-be can benefit from basic vaccinations provided by the government against tuberculosis, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, measles, mumps and rubella. However, because of the long process that one has to go through before receiving any of these services, many mothers opt to get these vaccinations from private institutions or private health insurance. It is advisable that expat mothers avail of their international health insurance.
Naturally, a new born baby must be registered at the Civil Registry office. However, for children whose parents are non-Brazilian nationals, it is a must that the birth be reported to the Embassy of the infant's nationality so the Birth Certificate can be issued from the home country of the parents.
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