Fatherhood (noun)

1. The state of being a father.
2. The responsibilities and experiences associated with being a father.

Origin:

Compound word of father + hood, meaning "the state of being a father".

Examples:

1. He was looking forward to fatherhood and all the joys and challenges it would bring.
2. He was proud of his fatherhood and loved his children very much.
3. The book was about the struggles of fatherhood and how to balance work and family.
4. He was a great father, and his children always felt loved and protected.
5. Fatherhood was a challenging but rewarding experience for him.