Dad guilt about going back to work

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Apr 301 min read

Been on paternity leave for 6 weeks and tomorrow I go back. My daughter is almost 2 months old and I'm dreading it so much. Feels like I'm abandoning them even though logically I know someone needs to pay the bills. Wife keeps saying it's fine but I can tell she's stressed about being alone with the baby. How do you guys handle the transition? Do you feel like you're missing everything?

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DDanny G.RegularApr 30

I felt the exact same way going back at 6 weeks. First week is the hardest but you adjust and your daughter will be fine. It actually helped me appreciate the time I do have with her more.

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CCharlie A.New DadApr 30

That first day back is rough, not gonna lie. But you're not abandoning her, you're providing for her. Plus those moments when you come home and she recognizes you make it all worth it.

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