"37-Year-Old Trans Woman's Quest for Bonding with Baby Raises Questions About 'Chestfeeding' as Breast Replacement"

A 37-year-old trans woman from the Netherlands attempted 'chestfeeding' to bond with her newborn but had to stop after two weeks due to low milk production, challenging claims that biological men can breastfeed successfully. The process involved hormone therapy and a galactagogue to induce lactation, but concerns remain about the long-term health implications for both the adult and baby, as well as the potential risks of medications passing into the breastmilk. While the practice may have value for parent-infant bonding, experts urge caution and further research due to limited knowledge about the nutritional composition and potential risks associated with induced lactation in trans women.