A petition with over 110,000 signatures has been delivered to the Swiss Federal Chancellery, advocating for a significant increase in maternity leave. Currently, Swiss mothers are granted only 14 weeks (98 days) of maternity leave, which organizers deem inadequate for the critical early stages of a child’s development. The petition proposes extending this period to six months, bringing Switzerland more in line with other European nations. Supporters argue that longer leave allows for better maternal and infant well-being, fostering stronger bonds and supporting healthy development. This push for extended leave highlights growing concerns about family support policies in Switzerland. The significant number of signatures demonstrates broad public support for improved provisions for new mothers. The Federal Chancellery will now consider the petition and its demands.