@sonnybaker As a dad, I was fortunate to have 18 weeks of paid paternity leave to take within the first year. I split it this way: 2 weeks at birth, 14 weeks, 2 weeks this Christmas. My work & manager really encouraged to fully take the leave.
I went on paternity when my wife leave ended, we were able to care for our baby for about 7 months without needing daycare. We were both fully paid.
It was great for bonding, learn how to care for a baby, seeing her grow, learn everyday, and understand how challenging it can be. This will be only once, can’t get that time back. Meanwhile, work is work, his team will be fine without him.