Menstruation can be exceptionally difficult for nonbinary and trans-masculine individuals because it’s a biological process that is oftentimes associated with womanhood. Menstruation acts as a reminder of the areas of the body that trigger gender dysphoria, making the suppression of menstruation a key factor in gender affirmation. This talk will focus on data created by semi-structured, one-on-one interviews with transgender and nonbinary adolescents, healthcare professionals, and the parents of transgender and nonbinary adolescents.

Queering menstruation can hopefully aid the building of more positive relationships between periods and trans and/or nonbinary people.