Facebook use rises for new parents.

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Many first-time parents--especially mothers--increase the amount of time they spend on Facebook after the birth of their child, according to a study published in Family Relations.

Results show that 44% of mothers say their Facebook use increased after giving birth, compared to 27% who state it decreased and 29% who believe it stayed the same. For fathers, 30% saw an increase, while 19% decreased and 51% stayed the same.

The results offer some initial clues as to how Facebook use may affect individuals' adjustment to parenthood. The findings suggest that, despite all of the demands faced by new parents, spending time on Facebook was...