Transgender Parents and Well-Being

LGBTQ individuals represent an increasingly large percentage of the parents in the United States. Although the research on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer (LGBQ) parents is growing, we know less about the experiences of transgender parents as they form their families. As members of marginalized groups, transgender individuals often face challenges similar to those faced by their gay and lesbian counterparts, such as social stigma and discrimination. This entry discusses the social and legal challenges transgender people face as parents.

[Page 1234]Transgender identity is complex, and transgender parents often have unique experiences and challenges that differ from gay and lesbian parents. Indeed, transitioning from one gender to another is specific to transgender parents. This unique experience coupled with challenges in public and private spheres have important ...