Nothing truly prepares you for the first month of fatherhood. One minute, you’re in the delivery room, and the next, you’re sent home with a tiny human who depends on you for everything. Sleepless nights, diaper disasters, and moments of sheer exhaustion quickly become your new reality. But amidst the chaos, there are also heart-melting firsts—tiny fingers gripping yours, sleepy snuggles, and the realization that, despite the madness, you wouldn’t trade this for the world.

As a father, the decision to transition from a full-time career to being a stay-at-home dad can be both exhilarating and daunting.