Receipt of Paid Family Leave and Intimate Partner Violence for Women Employed During the Perinatal Period

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a preventable public health problem with documented negative effects on well-being. The perinatal period represents a time of increased stress for partners, which can increase the likelihood of IPV. Economic support policies, like paid family leave (PFL), may reduce family violence, including IPV. Using data from the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, we examine the association between receipt of PFL and IPV for women employed during the perinatal period. Results indicate reduced odds of IPV for employed women who received PFL. PFL may reduce IPV victimization for women employed during the perinatal period.