Evidence-Informed Guidance for Providers of Perinatal Care for 2SLGBTQIA+ Individuals

1️⃣ 2SLGBTQIA+ families: Unique perinatal mental health concerns

The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of the prevalence of perinatal mental health concerns (PMHC) and risk factors among 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, including non-birthing partners. We then provide recommendations for perinatal care providers and discuss considerations for trauma-informed care and gender affirming care towards addressing PMHC in this population.

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2️⃣ Lactation Affirming Practices for 2SLGBTQIA+ Individuals

The purpose of this document is to review inclusive and affirming language related to lactation, highlight options available for individuals depending on their parenting role and interest in human milk feeding, review some common assumptions regarding lactation, and give some examples for an affirming care approach in this population.

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