Took paternity leave and it changed everything

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18h ago1 min read

Just wanted to share that taking my full 12 weeks was the best decision I made. First two weeks I was anxious about work but then I actually got to know my newborn. Helped with postpartum stuff so my wife could rest. When I went back I realized work doesn't actually fall apart without you for a few months. The company will be fine. Your kids won't get this time back. Highly recommend if you can swing it financially.

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TTyler M.New Dad18h ago

Those first two weeks are rough but man, once that anxiety lifts you realize what you've been missing. Glad you took the full time, that's huge for bonding.

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DDerekNew Dad18h ago

This is what I'm hoping to do when our second arrives. Hearing it actually worked out that way gives me hope that my boss will understand why this matters.

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DDaniel R.Regular18h ago

Twelve weeks sounds like a dream from here but it's exactly the kind of thing that changes everything. Good on you for taking it and being present.

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