Took paternity leave and it was the best decision ever

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1w ago1 min read

My company offered 8 weeks and I was nervous about taking it because of work stuff but decided to go for it. First two weeks were chaos, kid was still figuring out life, I was figuring out basic baby care. But weeks 3-8 were incredible. Bonded with my newborn in ways I didn't expect. My wife got actual rest. When I came back to work I had a whole different perspective on what matters. Don't regret it for a second.

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DDanNew Dad1w ago

Glad it worked out for you. I took four weeks and it was game changing. The guilt about taking time away from work is real at first but then you realize work doesn't care as much as you think.

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MMarcusNew Dad1w ago

Eight weeks is incredible. Most companies won't do that. What was the hardest part about coming back? I feel like that transition back to work after extended leave has to be weird.

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TTravis N.Regular1w ago

This is what people should hear more. Taking that time isn't weak, it's actually smart. You get to be present for stuff you can't get back and you're a better parent for it.

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