What is parenthood? : contemporary debates about the family / Linda C. McClain and Daniel Cere. - 1 online resource

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Extraordinary changes in patterns of family life - and family law - have dramatically altered the boundaries of parenthood and opened up numerous questions and debates. What is parenthood and why does it matter? How should society define, regulate, and support it? This book explores these questions and much more.

Specialized.

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Parent and child (Law)--United States.
Parenthood--United States.
Adoption--Law and legislation--United States.
Gay parents--Legal status, laws, etc.--United States.
Custody of children--United States.
Law.
LGBTQ+ Interest.
Sociology: family & relationships.
Jurisprudence & general issues.

KF540 / .M33 2016

346.73015