Just got approved for 4 weeks paternity leave and I'm losing it | DadHQ

Just got approved for 4 weeks paternity leave and I'm losing it

Aug 111 min read

Company just approved my request and I start paternity leave next month when baby number two comes. First time I did this with my oldest I only got 2 weeks and it was brutal going back. This time I'm actually going to be present for the newborn stage instead of just weekends. My boss was cool about it which shocked me honestly. Anyone else been through this? How did you make the most of it?

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CCarlosRegular3w ago

Congrats man, that's huge! Four weeks is a solid chunk of time. Make sure you actually take it and don't end up working the whole thing like I almost did. Your company can wait.

DDanielExperienced3w ago

Dude nice! With number two coming you're gonna need every second of that. I had three weeks with my second and it still felt too short. Enjoy every minute of those early days.

JJoeRegular3w ago

Four weeks is a game changer. With my second kid I only got two and honestly wish I had more. You're gonna want that time to bond and help your wife recover. Soak it in.

RRyan M.New DadAug 11

Congrats on getting it approved! Four weeks to bond with the new baby and help your wife out is huge. Make the most of it.

FFrank K.RegularAug 11

That's awesome man, 4 weeks is a game changer compared to 2. You're gonna want every second of that time with number two, trust me.

DDanielExperiencedAug 12

Dude, FOUR WEEKS. That's incredible. I got two weeks with my first and it flew by. Use every second of it. Don't feel bad about taking time away from work either - your family needs you.

PPaulRegular3w ago

That's amazing. Seriously, take the full four weeks and don't feel guilty about it. This is your shot to be there for the beginning and help your wife recover.

SSteveRegular3w ago

Congratulations man! That's amazing. I'm gonna be real with you though - that first month is chaos but also magic. Get sleep when you can and don't worry about the house being perfect.