

First Person: "I'm a Detransitioner Who Had a Baby...Here are the Massive Health Challenges I Faced" | Ep. 821
Jun 26, 2024
Prisha Mosley, a notable detransitioner and advocate, shares her profound journey of medical gender transition as a teen and the surprising challenges of pregnancy and motherhood that followed. She discusses the coercive medical practices she faced, including the use of puberty blockers, and the emotional turmoil of an unexpected pregnancy. From dealing with postpartum complications to navigating her identity, Prisha's story shines a light on the vital conversation around the implications of early medical transitions and the experiences of those who detransition.
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Secret Medicalization
- Prisha Mosley, at 16, sought treatment for an eating disorder.
- Her nutritionist, along with online influences, convinced her that gender transition was the solution.
Hidden Dangers
- Many are unaware of the potential harm puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones can inflict on minors.
- These can cause sterilization and diminished sexual function.
Early Emphasis on Surgery
- Prisha Mosley was presented with the idea of surgery during her first consultation with a gender therapist as a minor.
- This, combined with pre-written recommendation letters, suggests a pre-planned transition trajectory.