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Reproductive Health Among Transgender and Gender-Diverse People
Mary Bowman1, A C Noël Rakotoniaina2
1School of Nursing, College of Science and Health, DePaul University, Chicago, IL, USA.
The Nursing Clinics of North America
|July 29, 2026
Summary
Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals require comprehensive reproductive healthcare, including fertility, contraception, and abortion services. Further research is needed to address unique TGD reproductive health needs and close existing knowledge gaps.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Gender Studies
- Health Equity
Background:
- Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals possess reproductive capabilities and are entitled to reproductive justice.
- Standard reproductive health considerations for cisgender populations are also relevant for TGD individuals.
- TGD individuals may encounter distinct reproductive health requirements stemming from their gender identity or gender-affirming treatments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the reproductive health needs of TGD individuals.
- To identify areas where TGD-specific reproductive health evidence is robust.
- To pinpoint existing gaps in knowledge regarding TGD reproductive health.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing reproductive health studies.
- Analysis of TGD-specific healthcare needs.
- Identification of evidence-based practices and knowledge deficits.
Main Results:
- Reproductive health considerations for TGD individuals encompass fertility, contraception, and abortion.
- Unique reproductive health needs for TGD people are often linked to gender identity and gender-affirming care.
- Significant gaps in research specific to TGD reproductive health persist despite some existing evidence.
Conclusions:
- TGD individuals deserve equitable access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services.
- Addressing unique TGD reproductive health needs requires further research and evidence generation.
- Closing knowledge gaps is crucial for achieving reproductive justice for the TGD population.
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