What is one piece of advice you wish you could offer your former, pre-child(ren) self?

Spend more time in the moment.

How long did you take for paternity leave before heading back to work? How close was your back-to-work plan with the reality upon your return?

None.

What, if any, adjustments did you (or your workplace) make to your schedule after you became a father?

Pushed work and recreational events to off hours. 

What was your biggest back-to-work post-baby challenge?

Finding time to do everything I needed to do.

What, if any, advice do you have for the private sector when it comes to making it easier for new parents to transition back to work after starting or expanding their family?

Communicate the value of work/life balance AND show top down acceptance and support through vocal policies and management support. 

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