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Parenthood Intentions, Pathways to Parenthood, and Experiences in the Health Services of Trans People: an Exploratory Study in Portugal

verfasst von: Inês Marinho, Jorge Gato, Susana Coimbra

Erschienen in: Sexuality Research and Social Policy | Ausgabe 3/2021

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Abstract

Background

It has been speculated for several years that trans identity and parenthood could be incompatible. However, studies investigating the parental intentions of trans individuals stress that they have motivations and parental intentions similar to cis people. Fertility preservation is a way for trans people to achieve parenthood; still, information about these procedures is not always provided, and implications on trans people well-being are not always discussed with health professionals.

Methods

In this exploratory study, we looked at the parenthood intentions of 14 Portuguese trans and non-binary people and their experiences with health services. We conducted four focus groups and used thematic analysis to analyze the participants’ speeches.

Results

Half of the participants wanted to be parents, especially through adoption. Most of the remaining were undecided on the subject. Mixed experiences with the health services were reported, and only a few participants were informed by health providers about fertility preservation options.

Conclusions

Trans individuals need to receive clear information about parenthood possibilities in order to make informed decisions about their future.

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Titel: Parenthood Intentions, Pathways to Parenthood, and Experiences in the Health Services of Trans People: an Exploratory Study in Portugal
verfasst von: Inês Marinho
Jorge Gato
Susana Coimbra
Publikationsdatum: 17.08.2020
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Sexuality Research and Social Policy / Ausgabe 3/2021
Print ISSN: 1868-9884
Elektronische ISSN: 1553-6610
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13178-020-00491-5

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