Partners Now Parents: Examining Psychosocial, Behavioral, and Epigenetic Influences on the Transition to Parenthood

Research suggests that nearly 70% of couples experience a sharp decline in romantic satisfaction during the transition to parenthood, potentially because of strain on the couple’s relationship. This study examines a couples' teletherapy intervention for psychological distress associated with the transition to parenthood using psychosocial, behavioral, and biological outcome indicators.