Remote work saved my sanity after second kid was born

20h ago1 min read

Just wanted to give a shout out to remote work. My son is 3 months old now and being able to be home, take calls with the baby monitor on, and help my wife during the day has been a game changer. Yeah I had to set some boundaries with my team about afternoon meetings during nap time, but they've been cool about it. I actually feel more present as a dad AND I'm still getting my work done. The commute savings alone pays for a good daycare backup plan. If anyone is on the fence about asking for remote flexibility, do it.

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RRyanRegularjust now

This right here. I got to see so many of the early milestones with my son because I was home. I know not everyone has that option but man it made a difference. Especially those first few months.

JJoeNew Dadjust now

Remote work changed everything for me too when my second came. Being able to take breaks and help out, even just hearing my kids during the day, it's huge. So glad it's worked out for you.

MMarcusNew Dad13h ago

Real talk, being home with a 3 month old while trying to work sounds like a nightmare but you're making it work. That's solid parenting right there.