Background of Transitioning Practices

The book provides a historical overview of the transitioning practices, beginning with the first documented uterine transplant in the early 1900s and proceeding through influential figures like Harry Benjamin, who performed surgery on Christine Jorgensen, the first American to undergo sexual reassignment surgery. It discusses how medical and societal perceptions evolved over time, focusing on the influence of sexologists like Alfred Kinsey and theorists such as Judith Butler, who challenged traditional notions of gender. The narrative highlights that, historically, objections to transitioning practices were often muted, especially in the face of medical authority and the pressing need for families to support their children during these processes. This context is crucial for understanding the rapid growth and acceptance of transitioning within modern medicine and society.