The Working Days Requirement refers to the rule that SSS maternity benefits are computed based on calendar days, not working days. This means members receive daily cash benefits for all days within the compensable maternity leave period, regardless of work schedule.
Unlike sick leave, which may rely on working days, maternity benefit computation covers the entire 105 or 120-day period without exclusion. This ensures consistent financial support for mothers recovering from childbirth or pregnancy-related medical conditions.
Understanding this rule helps avoid confusion between employer leave policies and SSS benefit computation, especially when reconciling payment amounts.
Hospital delivery in the Philippines can easily cost ₱60,000 - ₱200,000 depending on the hospital and type of delivery.
Many parents use a credit card to manage these expenses while waiting for their SSS maternity benefits.
