US law requires them to allow you 12 weeks unpaid parental leave. I would highly recommend taking that, it will help a lot. The first 0-12 months of parenting

US law requires them to allow you 12 weeks unpaid parental leave. I would highly recommend taking that, it will help a lot. The first 0-12 months of parenting is a sleepless job, 12-24 is just slightly better. You may be surprised how much sleep deprivation impacts you, and is a very well known cause for depression. Unfortunately the parenting job doesn't let up and the sleeplessness is required to keep the baby alive. It's not really a pleasant time, but it will make you stronger. Just consider that this year, and maybe next, aren't ideal times to start an external project. This is time to bond with your wife and baby, it's an internal startup that if executed well has an infinite upside. In a couple years, you will be able to return to your other projects. Keep in mind what's important now, and know that depression is very common - for both mothers and fathers - after a newborn. Seek counseling if it's seriouse. Otherwise, this too will pass. Be proud of your choices and congratulations! A family is a wonderful thing.