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“As a public organization that does not contribute to disability benefits (and therefore bonding leave is not available through the state) and has a predominantly male workforce, we noticed that our employees were not taking much time off to bond with their new children. This was an issue we wanted to address."

Parento's Solution: to offer 6 weeks of fully paid child bonding leave to all employees, running after short-term disability for birth moms.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Parento?
Parento is a leading provider of paid parental leave insurance that offers employers an affordable and customizable way to provide fully insured paid leave. In addition to insurance, Parento provides expert leave management and personalized parent coaching to support employees through every stage of their parental journey. Our holistic program is designed to help employees transition smoothly before, during, and after leave, creating better outcomes for both employers and employees.
Who is Parento for?
Parento is built for employers of all sizes—whether they have ten employees or thousands—who want to offer comprehensive, compliant paid parental leave while reducing administrative and financial burdens. It is inclusive of all types of parents, including birthing, non-birthing, adoptive, and foster parents, making it applicable to diverse workforces and family structures.
What makes Parento different from traditional leave programs?
Parento differs from traditional leave programs, because it is the first insurance product specifically designed to cover paid parental leave rather than relying solely on short-term disability or state programs. The platform combines insured leave coverage, integrated leave management, and personalized parent coaching. This three‑in‑one approach removes the unpredictability of self-funding leave, eases HR workloads, and improves employee experiences during one of life’s most significant transitions.
How does Parento support employees?
Parento supports employees through unlimited one-on-one coaching sessions, guidance on navigating state programs such as PFL and STD, and structured re‑onboarding and return‑to‑work plans. These services ensure that parents feel supported emotionally, administratively, and professionally, contributing to Parento’s strong track record of employee retention, including a 95% full-time return-to-work rate among parents who use the program.
What outcomes do companies see with Parento?
Companies that use Parento benefit from improved retention, reduced administrative workload, and far more predictable budgeting around parental leave. Parento’s programs also deliver high employee engagement, because employees use the program 5 times more than other Employee Assistance Programs and parents on the program have a 95% return-to-work rate. The combination of insured coverage, employee support, and reduced HR burden leads to a more stable and supportive workplace.
Can individuals buy Parento?
No, individuals cannot purchase Parento directly. Parento is an employer-paid parental leave insurance program, meaning it is designed to be purchased and implemented by companies rather than by individual parents. The insurance, leave concierge services, and coaching programs are all structured to work at the employer level, integrating with company payroll, HR systems, and state programs. If you’re an expecting parent, recommend Parento to your employer by visiting gimmeparentalleave.com. Download our toolkit for how to refer your employer.