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View definitions for parenthood

parenthood

noun as in fatherhood

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noun as in maternity

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noun as in motherhood

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Elsewhere, states may weigh factors like who underwent physical procedures, whether it is someone’s last chance at biological parenthood, and who paid.

Having kids doesn’t preclude workforce participation, and plenty of liberals are still putting a priority on parenthood.

But the first duty of parenthood is sacrifice for the child’s good, not to satisfy adult desire.

As a father of eight from two marriages, he has long seen parenthood as the most humbling role of all.

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This isn’t only about younger adults delaying parenthood or choosing not to have children.

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