Second kid just arrived and I'm on leave now. First week was a blur of diapers and doctor appointments but this second week I'm actually getting some time with my daughter. Can't believe companies only give 2 weeks for this. I feel like I'm just getting settled into being a dad of two and then I'm back to work. Not looking forward to it.
Two weeks goes so fast. I remember being on paternity leave thinking I'd have all this time and then boom it's gone. Congrats on the second kid though, that's awesome.
Man, enjoy that second week while you can. With my second kid I finally stopped being in survival mode around day 8 or 9 and actually got to be present. You're in the sweet spot now.
Two weeks goes fast, that's real talk. With my two I felt like I blinked and had to go back to work. Soak it in while you got it.
Congrats on the second! Two weeks goes so fast. I'm on week 3 with my first and I'm already dreading going back. The blur is real but man, those early moments are worth it. Soak it in while you can.
Two weeks is rough for paternity leave honestly. I pushed to take three weeks for my second and it made a difference in how settled I felt going back to work. Use that time to bond with your newborn and let your wife recover.
The blur is real. Second kid changes everything because you know what's coming but you're also juggling the first one's schedule. Try to actually rest when you can instead of getting caught up in the house stuff.
Two weeks isn't much but it's something. With my three I learned to stop counting days and just focus on being present for the small stuff. The diaper stage passes quick. Enjoy the chaos.
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The hardest part is the mental shift back to work mode when it ends. Try to enjoy the leave without stressing about the countdown. You got this.