[Nickersf]

I don't think it will boost the fertility rate in any significant way. I think the only way to really make a dent in low fertility rates is to incentivize mothers to stay at home and men to work full-time at least for the first five years of a child's life. I know people disagree with this, but it's worth considering if the declining birth rates are a major concern for the State.

[standardUser]

A better policy would be to incentivize any parent to stay home for the first few years. Restricting it to mothers would only reduce the appeal of the policy and result in fewer takers, so why default to a more restrictive approach?

[pamelafox]

I'm curious if you have tried taking care of a young child 24/7, it is exhausting work. Some mothers are able to do it, but I find it really helps to be able to alternate between childcare and work, to give me a break.

I do think that remote work is great for mothers though, as it makes pumping/nursing more doable, whether we are working or not.

Perhaps the government can provide more subsidies for quality childcare.

[helsinki]

Just get divorced and only spend a few days per week with your kid. Honestly, it's pretty good.