Just got approved for 3 months paternity leave and I'm terrified

3w ago1 min read

So I finally convinced my company to let me take the full 3 months when baby #2 arrives next month. Everyone keeps congratulating me but honestly I'm freaking out. I haven't been away from my job for more than 2 weeks in 5 years and my boss already seems annoyed even though I gave 6 months notice. Plus how do I even afford 3 months at 70% pay? My wife thinks I'm being ridiculous but the thought of being completely offline makes my anxiety go crazy. Anyone else deal with this? Does it actually get better or am I just gonna stress about work emails the whole time?

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MMatt S.Regular3w ago

The fear makes sense but honestly once you're in it you'll wonder why you were ever scared. Just roll with it and soak up the time with baby number two.

LLarry K.Regular3w ago

Three months is a gift, man. I was anxious before my paternity leave too but those months with my newborn were some of the best of my life. You've got this.

MMike T.Regular3w ago

That's incredible that you got three months approved, seriously. The terror is normal but you're about to get some of the best time with your kid. It flies by faster than you'd think.