Generally, yes, the same leave is granted after a normal birth or premature birth. However, a threatened premature birth is a reason for sick leave, which can be extended by maternity leave.
Read the full article on: What causes premature birth? – Risks, causes and symptoms ( 48).
Victoria Moliner
BSc, MSc
Embryologist on CREA
Degree in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences from the University of Valencia (UV). Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction from the UV and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI). Presently, she works as a Research Biologist.
