Most moms would feel lucky to have their partner at home to help out, but sharing mat leave with my husband wasn’t as wonderful as I thought it would be.

My husband joined me on maternity leave and honestly? It wasn't great

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My husband joined me on maternity leave to help with our new baby, but honestly? It wasn't great