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Does SSS Maternity Leave Include Weekends?

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Does SSS Maternity Leave Include Weekends?

Kung malapit ka nang manganak o nagbabalak pa lang mag-start ng family, isa sa mga unang tanong na lumalabas ay: “Kasama ba ang weekends at holidays sa bilang ng SSS maternity leave days?”

Good news — yes, kasama ang weekends, holidays, at even rest days sa bilang ng maternity leave days. Bakit? Dahil ang SSS maternity leave ay binibilang in calendar days, not working days.

In this guide, we’ll explain:

  • Ano ang ibig sabihin ng “calendar days” sa maternity leave
  • Kung ilang days ka entitled based on delivery type
  • Paano mag-compute at mag-check ng benefits
  • Ano ang common issues ng mga first-time applicants
  • Tips para masiguradong makuha ang tamang benepisyo

Kung first time mong mag-apply, huwag kang mag-alala. Gagabayan kita step by step para malinaw at hindi nakakalito.

âś… What Is SSS Maternity Leave?

The SSS maternity leave is a government-mandated benefit given to female members who are pregnant and either employed, self-employed, voluntary, or OFW.

It is cash assistance based on your monthly salary credit, meant to replace your income while you recover and take care of your newborn.

đź“… Are Weekends and Holidays Included in Maternity Leave?

Calendar Days vs. Working Days

  • Calendar days → tuloy-tuloy na bilang ng araw, kasama weekends at holidays.
  • Working days → yung mga araw lang na pumapasok ka sa trabaho (usually Mon–Fri).

👉 Since maternity leave counts calendar days, kasama lahat ng araw — kahit Sabado, Linggo, at Pasko.

Example Computation

  • Normal delivery = 105 calendar days.
  • Kung nanganak ka ng July 1, matatapos ang leave mo ng October 13 (tuloy-tuloy, walang skip sa weekends/holidays).

Kung may SOLO Parent ID, may dagdag na 15 days, kaya magiging 120 calendar days.

🍼 How Many Days of Leave Can You Get?

Based on SSS rules:

  • Normal Delivery → 105 days
  • Cesarean Delivery → 105 days
  • Single Parent (SOLO Parent ID) → 120 days
  • Miscarriage / Early Termination / Stillbirth → 60 days

đź’¸ How Much Maternity Benefit Can You Receive?

The benefit is based on your average monthly salary credit (MSCs) for the past 12 months before your semester of delivery.

Simplified Formula

  1. Compute your average daily salary credit
  2. Multiply by the number of days of leave (60, 105, or 120)

Example:

  • Average monthly salary: ₱20,000
  • Daily salary credit = ₱20,000 Ă· 30 = ₱666.67
  • Normal delivery = ₱666.67 Ă— 105 days = ₱70,000 (approx.)

👉 Para mas madali, gamitin ang SSS Maternity Benefits Calculator para makita agad kung magkano ang matatanggap mo.

đź“Ś Requirements to Avail SSS Maternity Leave

Before you can receive the benefit, kailangan mong i-comply ang requirements:

Eligibility

  • Must have paid at least 3 monthly contributions within the 12 months before your semester of delivery.
  • Must have properly notified SSS of your pregnancy.

Documents Needed

  • Maternity Notification (online via SSS or thru employer)
  • Maternity Reimbursement Form (if employed, employer will file)
  • Proof of childbirth (child’s birth certificate)
  • Valid ID and SSS number

đź“ť How to Apply for SSS Maternity Leave Benefits

If Employed

  1. Submit maternity notification to employer and SSS.
  2. Employer advances the maternity benefit to you.
  3. Employer reimburses from SSS.

If Self-Employed / Voluntary / OFW

  1. Submit maternity notification via My.SSS online.
  2. After delivery, submit documents directly to SSS.
  3. Wait for the benefit to be credited to your UMID/ATM/Bank account.

⚠️ Common Issues and Questions

1. “Bakit weekends kasama pa rin?”

Because the law specifies calendar days, which naturally includes weekends and holidays.

2. “Puwede bang hati-hatiin ang maternity leave?”

Yes, you may use at least 60 days after delivery. The rest can be taken before or after birth.

3. “What if hindi ako nakapag-contribute ng sapat?”

Unfortunately, you won’t qualify. You need to pay contributions on time to be eligible.

4. “Puwede bang ma-extend ang maternity leave?”

Beyond the allowed days (105/120/60), you may extend leave, but it will be unpaid unless covered by company benefits.

TL;DR (Summary for Busy Readers)

  • Yes, weekends and holidays are included in SSS maternity leave.
  • Leave is counted in calendar days, not working days.
  • Days vary: 60 (miscarriage), 105 (normal/cesarean), 120 (solo parent).
  • Benefit depends on your salary contributions.
  • Use the SSS Maternity Benefits Calculator to check how much you can claim.

FAQs

1. Does SSS maternity leave include weekends and holidays?

Yes, because it is based on calendar days.

2. How many days is SSS maternity leave for normal delivery?

105 days, including weekends and holidays.

3. Can I extend my maternity leave beyond 105 days?

Yes, but extension is unpaid unless covered by employer/company benefits.

4. Do I need to be employed to receive SSS maternity benefits?

No, self-employed, voluntary, and OFW members are also covered if eligible.

5. How much maternity benefit can I get from SSS?

It depends on your contributions. Example: if your average salary is ₱20,000, you may receive around ₱70,000.

6. Do I need to notify SSS before giving birth?

Yes, maternity notification is required to be eligible for benefits.

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