Transition to fatherhood

Sonia Molloy; Brian P. Cole; Alyssa Dye; Daniel B. Singley; Paul B. Ingram

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-14498-1_5

Transition to fatherhood

Sonia Molloy
, Brian P. Cole
, Alyssa Dye
, Daniel B. Singley
, Paul B. Ingram

Penn State York

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Abstract

The shift to parenthood is a life course transition that is accompanied by changing roles and responsibilities. Becoming a parent to a new baby can be filled with joy and anticipation; however, it is also accompanied by stress and major adjustments. The transition to fatherhood involves cognitive, affective, and behavioral changes. This father-focused chapter centers on the individual and relational factors that impact fathers' transition to parenthood and fatherhood. We first provide a brief overview of the study of fatherhood and situate the conceptualization and measurement of father involvement in the perinatal period. Second, we review current issues, challenges, and supports during this transitional perinatal period. We conclude the chapter with implications for practitioners, programs, and future research.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Handbook of the Psychology of Fatherhood
Publisher	Springer International Publishing
Pages	73-85
Number of pages	13
ISBN (Electronic)	9783031144981
ISBN (Print)	9783031144974
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-14498-1_5
State	Published - Nov 21 2022

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General Psychology
General Social Sciences
General Medicine

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