Birthing Strong Communities

Did you experience a pregnancy in Canada in the last ten years?

Some people in Canada tell stories of exceptional, kind, and supportive care and others speak of disrespect, discrimination, and/or mistreatment during their pregnancy or childbirth. However, there is very little research on how people experience care across Canada, especially among people with various identities, circumstances and backgrounds.

Your story can help improve care during pregnancy and childbirth for all communities. Complete the survey here: http://respcct.ca. ... See more

The Trans Birth Care in Canada Study is currently recruiting AFAB trans parents who have given birth within the Canadian healthcare system who would be willing to share their experiences with a Queer researcher via a confidential interview! The study aims to contribute meaningful insights into the experiences of trans parents within the Canadian healthcare system through the lens of the WHO Quality of Care Framework. All participants will be offered a $30 honourarium as a gesture of gratitude for their time. In recognition of the value of their story and their ownership of it all participants will also receive a copy of their interview transcript, the final dissertation written about this research, and any future academic publications. To sign up for the study or if you have any questions or concerns please visit the website at: https://transbirthcareinca.wixsite.com/tbcic ... See more

The Trans Birth Care in Canada Study aims to learn from trans* parents who have received their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care within the Canadian healthcare system. Through interviews and story sharing this study aims to learn about the unique ways trans* birthers and their care providers mee... ... See more