Petition updatePetition to Extend Paid Maternity LeaveFor our children — 6,200+ voices rejected. We’re STARTING AGAIN through the official channel
Christabel VellaSliema, Malta
Mar 25, 2026

Hi everyone,

For our children and for our families, a new official petition is now live — you can support it again here: https://parlament.mt/en/petition?id=325


Over 6,200 of you signed the previous petition, thank you.

Your support showed just how many families care deeply about this issue.
Unfortunately, the original petition was not accepted by Parliament because it was not through the official website. It was disheartening, and it felt like so many voices weren’t being heard.


But this isn’t the end. We’re starting again, through the official channel this time — to make sure our voices are heard.


This petition began as a thought during my pregnancy, thinking about the time our children truly need, and became even more real after becoming a parent.

While I was fortunate to have more time with my baby, it made me realise how much more support families need, especially in that first year. We're forced to miss bonding, alter nourishing our babies from breastfeeding for those who wished to, speed up recovery, miss milestones amongst other things.
So instead of stopping, we’ve restarted the process through the official channel.


Because this is about:
- Our children’s wellbeing

- Mother's recovery

- Giving families the time they need

- Creating a more equal system for both parents


If you still believe in this, I’d really appreciate your support again, even a quick sign or share makes a difference. Please make sure to verify you signature by pressing the link in the email reply!


Thank you for being part of this journey 🤍

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