Transitions in the role of the father were categorized according to research trends on fathers of infants in Japan. Then, the following six perspectives were examined. (1)Beginnings of research on fathers of infants. (2)Father as the mother\u27s source of support. (3)Father who influences the child\u27s development. (4)Growth as a father. (5)Parenting stress experienced by the father. (6)Support for becoming a father. Results suggested that the presence of the father is an important factor in raising children. It is concluded that further studies, focusing on fathers and on assisting fathers with raising children are required
