momhood

plural momhoods

1. UScountableuncountableSynonym of motherhood.

   I wasn't doing momhood well.

   2007, Diana Lynn-Barnes, Leigh G. Balber, The Journey to Parenthood: Myths, Reality and What Really Matters, →ISBN

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   Yet there are some guys who are so keyed in to their own interest that they struggle to see the need their wives have for some physical and emotional relief from the rigors of momhood.

   2005, Steve Chapman, The Good Husband's Guide to Balancing Hobbies and Marriage, →ISBN

   I also wonder if at times it's a defense mechanism to not desire momhood so strongly.

   2006, Camerin Courtney, Todd Hertz, The unGuide to Dating: A He Said/She Said on Relationships, →ISBN

   Synonyms: motherhood