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Regaining Sperm Cells After HRT
A study released earlier this year documented nine transgender women in the Netherlands and Australia as they paused hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in order to create mature sperm. By 17 weeks, or nearly four months, all individuals were able to produce spermatozoa (mature sperm cells). And three of the four trans women who stopped HRT to conceive at home with a partner were able to do so.
Inducing Lactation Possibilities and Outcomes
Many options are available for non-birthing parents who want to feed their babies. Cisgender and transgender women have successfully induced lactation, as have adoptive parents and more! Read on for more information on lactation options.
Personal Story: Trans Mom on Postponing Transition
Here is an interview with Corinne, a transgender mother of three who realized her gender identity while serving in the military overseas. Watch as Corinne explains how she planned her medical transition with her and her wife’s family goals in mind. Corinne also talks about how her marriage evolved through her gender transition and how her children have adapted to the change.
Trans Women and Fertility: What We Know, What We Don’t Know, and What You Can Do
On average, transgender women want to become parents at the same rates of other LGBTQ+ people, yet there are still so many questions about trans fertility. While we keep pushing for more data and research, it’s important to continue to learn, educate, and work together; helping us get closer to building happy, thriving families.
Fertility for Transgender Women Before HRT: New Study Provides Answers
When it comes to fertility and transgender women, there are often more questions than answers. But thanks to a 2019 study, we now know the answer to a question we hadn’t thought to ask:
Before taking hormones, do transgender women have the same fertility options as cisgender men?
In short, the answer is either maybe or no.
FertilityIQ: Trans Women and Fertility
Going into transition, or even after, fertility can seem like an afterthought. But the decisions made throughout transition can have lasting impacts on fertility. We break down the important decisions you'll need to make about fertility preservation and reproductive options, balancing that with the desire for various steps in gender-affirming transitions. We also cover resiliency strategies with tactical steps you can take to advocate for yourself during the process.
Trans Fertility 101: Recorded Webinar
In this workshop, trans educator Trystan Reese covers several aspects of trans fertility, including the impacts of hormones on fertility and lactation, information on fertility preservation, myths and facts on trans pregnancy, and more!