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New fathers who faced economic hardships remained deeply connected to their children despite negative stereotypes, according to a new study.

The men found support from their families and community programs, but the societal barriers often rendered them invisible, forcing them to fight for recognition not just as parents, but as individuals.

The study appears in the Infant Mental Health Journal.

Fathers today are significantly more involved in their young children's lives than they were several decades ago. This has benefited the child's development and mothers' health before and after delivery, the research indicated. But for some men, navigating their emotions—such as depression and happiness—and roles as fathers have been challenging, said study co-author Shawna Lee, professor of social work at the University of Michigan.

Researchers at U-M, Ohio State University and Northeastern University looked at the feelings and experiences of 24 racially diverse, low-income dads in the U.S. during pregnancy, after their babies were born, and in early childhood.

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