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Paternity leave tips for new dads

WHAT TO DO ON PATERNITY LEAVE: 6 TIPS FOR NEW DADS

  • 1

    MAKE THE MOST OF PATERNITY LEAVE FOR NEW FATHERS

    “Take as many days of paternity leave as you can afford. And switch off your ‘work brain’.” – Andy, father of three

  • 2

    WHAT SHOULD A NEW DAD EXPECT? THE UNEXPECTED

    “Have diapers and a change of clothes within arm’s reach at all times. There will be a poop explosion – it will happen, so don’t get caught unprepared.” – Jason, father of two

  • 3

    SUPPORT + CARE FOR YOUR PARTNER

    “Work as a team with your partner and do some research in the lead up to the birth – there’s a lot to learn.” – Gareth, dad to a seven-month-old son

  • 4

    DON’T GET ANY BIG IDEAS ABOUT WHAT TO DO DURING PATERNITY LEAVE

     “Before taking paternity leave, I wish I knew how little you’re realistically going to achieve. You might imagine doing something big with all that time off – a week’s holiday in the sun with the family, maybe. And while I’m sure that’s possible, most days it’s a triumph if you’ve managed to make it to the store or tidy up the house.” – Johnny, father of two

  • 5

    GET READY TO CARE FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE EVERY DAY

    “Know that you are no longer at the forefront of decisions made – your child will always come first.” – Carnell, dad to an 11-year-old son

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    BUT DON’T FORGET TO CARE FOR YOURSELF TOO

    “Avoid overplanning. One activity a day with your child is plenty, then plan time for yourself.” – Jason, father of two

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