Just got back from paternity leave and feeling overwhelmed

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5d ago1 min read

Took 8 weeks off after our second was born and it was incredible but now I'm back at work and the transition is killing me. The company has been fine but I feel like I'm behind on everything. My kid is growing so fast and I'm missing moments. Hate that I feel like I have to choose between being a good employee and being present for my family. How do you guys manage this mentally?

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JJason K.Regular5d ago

Eight weeks is incredible but going back hits different. I was doing tea parties with my daughter one minute and back in meetings the next. The routine will help though.

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JJerome S.Regular5d ago

That transition back is brutal, man. I remember being glued to the playground with my two right when I got back just trying to hold onto that time. Give it a couple weeks to settle.

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TTom R.Regular5d ago

Those eight weeks spoil you real quick. Going back is hard but it gets easier. Try to find small wins during the week to look forward to, helps me get through.

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