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parenthood

[pair-uhnt-hood, par-] / ˈpɛər əntˌhʊd, ˈpær- /
NOUN
fatherhood
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NOUN
maternity
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Antonyms
NOUN
motherhood
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Even so, the study highlights when fathers may be most vulnerable during early parenthood.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

The result: The trauma that bound the brothers together as young men ultimately drove them apart in parenthood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Byrne, now an Oscar nominee for the same role, found herself having to explain that parenthood almost always comes with scheduling conflicts and answer follow-up questions about the reptilian addition to her family.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Single parenthood remains stigmatised in South Korea, leading most people to have children only within marriage.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

The couple knew they had to tell Joshua and Joylette about their marriage and impending parenthood.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly