parenthood
noun
par·ent·hood
ˈper-ənt-ˌhu̇d 
: the state of being a parent
specifically
: the position, function, or standing of a parent
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parenthood is a difficult task requiring great commitment
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Here are three reasons why, despite its challenges, parenthood can enhance parents’ meaning in life, according to the study.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Here's what a new study suggests about pet parenthood and eczema.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 18 June 2025
In 2018, the Bells explained why parenthood hadn’t happened for them yet and Amy partially attributed it to Ricky being on tour year round.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 17 June 2025
At the start, parenthood may look like an 18-20 year commitment.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Here's what a new study suggests about pet parenthood and eczema.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 18 June 2025
In 2018, the Bells explained why parenthood hadn’t happened for them yet and Amy partially attributed it to Ricky being on tour year round.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 17 June 2025
At the start, parenthood may look like an 18-20 year commitment.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2025
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“Parenthood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parenthood. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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