Department of Psychology
Welcome to PATPA
Parental Age and Transition to Parenthood Australia is a topical research study investigating the physical, psychological and social impact of parenting.
Recent Australian figures confirm an ongoing trend towards postponement of the first birth. This study will provide contemporary Australian evidence on the experience of first-time pregnancy and parenthood at different ages and will explore what predicts positive adjustment to pregnancy and first time parenthood as well as identifying areas where first-time parents may need more support.
The study is being conducted by researchers from Macquarie University and University of Melbourne and is jointly funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC), IVFAustralia and Melbourne IVF.
Study findings will inform policy and services that can better support Australian families both with planning and rearing children. In addition, we aim to develop an evidence-based reader-friendly booklet about the positives and negatives of first-time parenthood at different ages. The study will also inform current policy initiatives regarding the creation of family friendly work environments.
A study funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC), IVFAustralia and Melbourne IVF
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