New York Life Group Benefit Solutions (NYL GBS) has unveiled myLeaveGuide ProSM, an enhanced version of its digital leave planning tool originally launched in 2024. Building on a partnership with Penguin Benefits, myLeaveGuide ProSM now covers parental, medical, and family caregiving leave, making it one of the most comprehensive leave planning solutions available to employees.
The platform integrates company-specific leave programs with federal and state requirements, offering employees a personalized roadmap for planning time off while simplifying compliance and administrative processes for HR teams.
Key Features of myLeaveGuide ProSM
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Tailored Employee Experience: Personalized benefit estimates, task lists, deadlines, and filing instructions make leave planning clear and actionable.
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Reduced HR Workload: Employees access relevant information up front, freeing HR teams from clarifying eligibility rules or resolving overlapping benefits.
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Enhanced Compliance: A rules-driven design ensures adherence to federal and state mandates, reducing errors and risk for both employees and employers.
“Since its launch in April 2024, myLeaveGuideSM has simplified parental leave planning for over 20,000 individuals,” said Kristina Welke, VP of Strategy, Solutions, and Marketing at NYL GBS. “With myLeaveGuide ProSM, we’re expanding based on employer and employee feedback to provide accurate, customized leave plans that offer peace of mind when it matters most.”
Penguin Benefits, the technology partner behind the tool, emphasized the collaborative effort to simplify complex leave policies. “This is a powerful example of what can happen when technology, user-focused expertise, and a commitment to employee well-being come together,” said Chengchen Li, founder of Penguin Benefits.
Starting March 2026, myLeaveGuide ProSM will be available to new clients and existing clients upon renewal, while the original myLeaveGuideSM will also expand to support medical and family caregiving leave.
By combining digital innovation with compliance and HR efficiency, NYL GBS positions myLeaveGuide ProSM as a next-generation solution for employee leave planning, helping organizations deliver accurate, stress-free experiences across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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