Fathers’ experiences of their transition to fatherhood : a metasynthesis

Chin, Rachel and Hall, Pauline and Daiches, Anna (2011) Fathers’ experiences of their transition to fatherhood : a metasynthesis. Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 29 (1). pp. 4-18. ISSN 0264-6838

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Abstract

This research aimed to synthesise the findings of recent qualitative studies which explored fathers' experiences of their transition to fatherhood. Noblit and Hare's (1988) seven‐step meta‐ethnographic approach was utilised to synthesise the findings of eight articles representing six qualitative studies published between 2002 and 2008. Through the process of reciprocal translation, three overarching themes were derived: (1) emotional reactions to phases of transition: ‘detached, surprise and confusion’, (2) identifying their role as father: the ‘approachable provider’, and (3) redefining self and relationship with partner: the ‘more united tag team’. Themes reflected fathers' experiences from pregnancy through to 14 months after the birth of their child. The findings from this synthesis highlighted several recommendations for clinical practice both in the antenatal and postnatal period. The limitations of this synthesis and recommendations for practice are discussed.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology
Uncontrolled Keywords:
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Subjects:
?? squalitative methods transitionpediatrics, perinatology, and child healthgeneral psychologyobstetrics and gynaecologyreproductive medicinepsychology(all) ??
ID Code:
67858
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Deposited On:
09 Dec 2013 10:28
Refereed?:
Yes
Published?:
Published
Last Modified:
16 Jul 2024 09:30