Which type of leave is granted to a married service member whose wife has just given birth?

Paternity leave is specifically provided for service members to bond with their newborn child and support their spouse following childbirth. This type of leave recognizes the unique experience of becoming a parent and allows the service member time to care for the newborn and assist their partner during the transition of welcoming a new family member. It is an important benefit that acknowledges the responsibilities that come with parenthood.

Adoption leave pertains to service members who adopt a child, thus it would not apply in this scenario of childbirth. Excess leave involves an extended period of leave that can be requested under circumstances such as personal emergencies, which is not specific to the events surrounding childbirth. Annual leave is a more general form of leave that allows service members to take time off for any personal reasons but does not specifically address the situation of the birth of a child.