Gender: A Wider Lens

Premium: What Happens to Mothers and Babies When You Put Cross-Sex Hormones in the Mix?

Jul 27, 2024
Elaine Miller, an expert on hormonal impacts on women's health, delves into the complexities of using exogenous testosterone during pregnancy. She highlights historical data linking it to fertility issues and pregnancy loss. Miller also discusses the potential risks to infants exposed to higher testosterone levels in utero, raising critical questions about mother-infant bonding. Additionally, she sheds light on the societal implications of surrogacy, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by families in these situations.
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