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Can I claim dependent care credit for childcare I paid for for my older child while I was on maternity leave with my newborn?

My 2-year-old was in daycare for part of the time that I was on maternity leave for my newborn. I was employed this whole time, but just on parental leave. Some of the leave was paid and some was unpaid.

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Yes, if you were gainfully employed but weren't able to work because of maternity leave, you may claim the dependent care credit, since you also earned income.

[ Edited 03/25/22|06:00PM PST]

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Yes, if you were gainfully employed but weren't able to work because of maternity leave, you may claim the dependent care credit, since you also earned income.

[ Edited 03/25/22|06:00PM PST]

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