New father here. Ensure baby is fed (breastfed/formula fed) every couple of hours. This above all else. If baby is not latching just formula feed until he latc

New father here. Ensure baby is fed (breastfed/formula fed) every couple of hours. This above all else. If baby is not latching just formula feed until he latches. This is crucial. Watch out for signs of dehydration (parched lips) on baby. Usually because mothers dont lactate on day 0 and babies dont get any milk. Note time spent at breast not equal to milk in baby. Watch for signs of jaundice. Low feed for baby causes jaundice levels to spike which can cause severe health issues. Revisit the paediatrician within 48h of hospital discharge. Be there for your partner. It'll be fine.