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  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted family dynamics and parental relationships.
  • Understanding coparenting quality during crises is crucial for family well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate gender differences in coparenting quality during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To explore parental perceptions of the pandemic's influence on coparenting dynamics.

Main Methods:

  • An embedded mixed methods approach was utilized.
  • Quantitative data: Coparenting Relationship Scale scores from 150 mother-father dyads.
  • Qualitative data: Thematic analysis of survey responses from 159 mothers and 75 fathers.

Main Results:

  • No significant difference was found in total coparenting quality scores between mothers and fathers.
  • Fathers reported higher scores in division of labor and endorsement.
  • Mothers reported higher scores in undermining behaviors.

Conclusions:

  • While overall coparenting quality remained similar, specific aspects differed between mothers and fathers.
  • Key themes included gendered division of labor, increased hostility, teamwork, reduced personal time, and heightened stress.
  • Interventions addressing coparenting are vital to mitigate negative pandemic effects on families.