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Themed Section/Section Thématique: Transition to parenthood and fertility intentions in Europe. Family choices and child-birth challenges

The transition to parenthood and development of parents' personality and emotional competencies

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Pages 53-70 | Received 01 Nov 2009, Accepted 01 Aug 2011, Published online: 09 May 2012

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