A pensão alimentícia is a legal obligation for one parent to provide financial support to the other parent for the upbringing of their child after a separation or divorce. This support is intended to cover essential needs such as food, clothing, education, and healthcare. The amount and duration of the payment can vary based on the family's financial situation and the child's needs. In many jurisdictions, the court determines the amount of pensão alimentícia based on factors like the income of both parents and the child's standard of living before the separation. Failure to pay can lead to legal consequences, including wage garnishment or other enforcement actions.