MethodsThe current study uses the perspectives of Husserlian phenomenology (Polit-O’Hara & Beck, 2006) to explore how fathers experience PTFCA while their spouses are hospitalized. Using Husserlian phenomenology helps researchers focus on the phenomenon of interest as perceived by the subjects of interest and recognizes that the meaning of the experiences is valuable (Crist & Tanner, 2003; Lopez & Willis, 2004). According to Giorgi (2009), becomingmethodologically aware of a phenomenon is referred to as ‘‘what is known is in the knower,’’ which aligns with Husserl’s assertion of ‘‘the intentionality of consciousness.’’ The subject’s life merits full description, and the researcher must examine phenomena in a practical context to reflect how these phenomena are experienced in real life (Earle, 2010). This article explores and reveals the essence and structure of the experiences of fathers while their spouses are hospitalized for PTFCA. The essence of the phenomenon is its style of being and the elucidation of its particular structure in relation to the rest of the world (Dahlberg, 2006). Using a phenomenological approach is considered appropriate due to the current lack of understanding regarding fathers in the described situation. In addition, to gain a better understanding of the meaning of PTFCA to bereaved fathers, we must first be able to appreciate the intensity of their grief and must cultivate the ability not only to comprehend it but also to describe it.