While extended maternity leave offers short-term benefits for mothers, it may have unintended long-term consequences on women's careers and earnings. Prolonged absences from work can lead to skill depreciation, reduced professional networks, and less visibility in the workplace, hindering women's career advancement and contributing to the gender pay gap.
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