Barselsorlovens varighed i de 27 medlemsstater varierer mellem 14 og 52 uger, og ydelsen under barsel er også meget forskellig - der udbetales 100 % af lønnen i 13 lande.
The duration of maternity leave in the 27 Member States varies between 14 and 52 weeks, and payment for leave is also very varied, with 100% of earnings being paid in 13 countries.