Overview
- The Maine State Breastfeeding Coalition posted inclusive National Breastfeeding Month messaging on Instagram that named 'trans lactation,' 'chestfeeding,' and Two‑Spirit families and linked to an FAQ on inducing lactation for non-birthing parents.
- The group's FAQ says inducing lactation in transgender women is similar to inducing it in cisgender women and notes that milk volumes vary between people.
- The materials summarize limited research that shows low levels of testosterone can pass into human milk and state that chestfeeding while taking testosterone is currently considered safe, while also noting evidence is sparse.
- A screenshot of the post was shared by the Libs of TikTok account and quickly amplified on X, prompting a wave of critical comments and media reports; the original Instagram comments were turned off.
- Coverage is sharply divided along political lines, with conservative outlets framing the guidance as dangerous and advocates saying it reflects inclusive care, and the episode could push local breastfeeding guidance into a broader national debate over transgender parenting and health messaging.