# What is menstrual leave?

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Podcast: [Do you really know?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-you-really-know-452837)
Published: 2026-07-14T03:00:00+00:00
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All week long, we’re looking into 10 new terms and concepts that are certain to be on everyone’s lips in 2023! Despite the fact that we’re in 2023, there’s still a certain squeamishness when it comes to discussions about menstruation, including in the workplace. But that might be about to change in Europe, due to a measure that was recently approved by the lower house of Spain’s parliament... In mid-December 2022, Spanish MPs voted to adopt a new bill creating menstrual leave for women suffering from period pain. That’s right, 3-5 days off work per month paid by the state. And while it’s a first in Europe, such a measure has already existed for decades in other parts of the world. Why do women need time off work during their periods? Which other countries in the world have a menstrual leave policy? Why is menstrual leave a controversial measure? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to more episodes, click here: ⁠⁠Can a weighted blanket help you get a better night’s sleep?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the internet of senses?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is goblin mode?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 11/1/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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