Pregnancy outcomes for transgender and non-binary parents
Much less is known about pregnancy outcomes for transgender and non-binary parents, and many other sex and gender minority populations are left out of the literature entirely.5 Studies show that transgender men face many obstacles to pregnancy. Barriers include hormone therapy, fertility preservation, birth trauma, gender dysphoria, difficulties in post-partum care, as well as underutilization of contraception, lack of abortion access, and care from healthcare professionals who are equipped to manage their complex hormonal and psychosocial needs prior to, and after birth.10, 11There is less known about non-binary individuals. ACOG has recently recognized how marginalization of transgender and gender diverse communities leads to poor health outcomes, and acknowledged the need to improve training amongst healthcare providers regarding specific reproductive needs of these diverse populations in order to reduce inequities that have traditionally limited access to inclusive healthcare.4