Taking paid holidays is meant to rejuvenate workers, not to focus on household labor or child-rearing. It doesn't make a difference whether men use paid holidays or child-rearing leave to participate

a number of male corporate employees are choosing to use paid holidays after childbirth to help spouses rear their newborns, apparently reflecting concern over a drop in family income

So if you take a child-rearing leave, you do not get paid?

Another question: What kind of leave are we talking about? My company has a child birht leave for father, but that is about 4-5 days. And there is no other leave as far as I know. This child-rearing leave sounds longer. Is it like a maternity leave for the father?

Yes it is and no you do not get paid. It is longer (up to a year) and if you take it, then your wife cannot. (If she is a full-time worker). This leave is also contingent on if the company can spare you, or if you have any relatives nearby who can watch your child. (I think this applies only if you want financial assistance from the city/ward).

Thanks Canukle.

My pleasure.