Dads looking for information to prepare for baby’s arrival

Find out what your options are 

Even if you have an idea in your head of what your life as a working parent is going to look like, it’s still good to explore your options.  

There are now so many different ways you can take your parental leave. New legislation means parents can now share up to 20 weeks’ of paid parental leave between them (with each parent required to take at least two weeks). In addition, leave is now completely flexible to allow parents to claim multiple blocks of paid parental leave until their child turns two between them.  

You might also want to see what your employer offers new parents, be that leave entitlements, or flexible work options.  

Remember, there are lots of options available to you as a dad. Sometimes it’s just a matter of asking. 

Check your wellbeing

Having a baby is a major life transition for dads. It's really normal to have mixed feelings, even if you are really excited about having a baby.  

If those feelings are starting to bother you or you're feeling overwhelmed, it can be helpful to know when you might need a bit of extra help. You can measure your wellbeing by setting up a profile and doing a confidential, anonymous self-assessment. It'll just help you know where you stand and what you can do to stay well.  

Watch this video 

If you're considering taking a long block of leave, whether that’s straight away, when your partner returns to work, or maybe when baby is a little older, you'll want to plan that well. Watch this video for an overview of important considerations from a work perspective. 

Get your personalised Action Plan

We know there’s a lot to think about at this time. Set up your profile to create a tailored Action Plan with additional resources and reminders to support you at every step of your journey.  
 

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