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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Better care, more frequent check-ins, and stronger community support can make the transition into parenthood feel less overwhelming.
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
While the two are giggling and having fun together, Palmer gets honest about how tough parenthood can be.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
In addition to her, around six other IDF widows are pursuing parenthood using sperm retrieved from their deceased husbands.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
The transition to parenthood can often be a jarring one.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
While the two are giggling and having fun together, Palmer gets honest about how tough parenthood can be.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
In addition to her, around six other IDF widows are pursuing parenthood using sperm retrieved from their deceased husbands.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
The transition to parenthood can often be a jarring one.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
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“Parenthood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parenthood. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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