Existential aspects of fatherhood transition-A systematic qualitative review protocol using framework synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research on the experiences of parenthood transition has previously primarily focused on the mother/birthing woman. Even with an expanding interest in the existential aspects of health in relation to becoming a parent, the experiences of the fathers are often overlooked, as in a 2014 scoping review exploring the existential meaning-making of becoming a mother. With changing expectations of the role of fatherhood, a greater understanding of the experiences of fathers is required, and a specific focus on the existential aspects could add valuable insight into changes in identity, values, and notions of a good life among new and expecting fathers.

Methods and analysis

This systematic qualitative review protocol maps out a plan to explore existing knowledge on the exi

SUBMITTER: Sejrsgaard M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12680156 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature