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

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From Los Angeles Times

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

From MarketWatch