Moske-Weber, CharleneLibby, Sara2021-11-292021-11-292019-05-012019-10-10http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.13013/706The experience of first-time fathers during childbirth has changed dramatically over the last several decades. Recent studies have demonstrated that though the support person plays a major role in childbirth, they are often overlooked. Some first-time fathers may feel like they did not have many choices or a voice in the childbirth experience. This study analyzed the experiences of seven first-time fathers through personal interviews and is aimed at helping nurses adapt their care to better include fathers. These interviews identified a need for improved assessment of first-time fathers desired involvement in childbirth and ultimately leading to the development of an efficient tool to fill this gap.Thesisfirst-time fatherschildbirthnurses’ roleinvolvement