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‘Okay, but Which One Is Your Mom?’ Experiences of Lesbian-Parent Families and Assisted Reproduction Techniques

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  • Daniel Lagos-Cerón

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile
    Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional, Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos 13565-905, SP, Brazil)

  • Rodolfo Morrison

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile
    Departamento de Rehabilitación, Facultad de Medicina, Salud y Deporte, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, 28670 Madrid, Spain)

  • Francisca Fuentes-Pizarro

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile)

  • Laura Matthey-Ramírez

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile)

  • Antonia Paredero-Hidalgo

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile)

  • Fernanda Pérez-Ruiz

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile)

  • Cleber Tiago Cirineu

    (Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8380000, Chile)

Abstract

In Chile, lesbian-parent families have faced legal and social advancements as well as challenges, generating new dynamics through assisted reproduction. The reproductive justice framework allows for an analysis of the inequities and injustices experienced by LGBTIQA+ people in relation to their reproductive rights. Objective : To analyze the narratives of lesbian-parent families who have accessed parenthood through assisted reproduction techniques within the Chilean healthcare system, identifying barriers and facilitators in the process, as well as possible instances of discrimination. Methodology: This research adopted a qualitative approach with a descriptive scope and was based on a constructivist paradigm, utilizing a narrative design and analysis. Four lesbian-parent families participated, selected through purposive or convenience sampling. Results: The findings revealed that the main barriers were related to health insurance coverage and social and geographical factors. Among the key facilitators were support networks, educational level, and healthcare professionals’ guidance. Discussion: The study highlighted the presence of inequalities affecting the exercise of parenthood and the right to form a family, shaped by institutional and social barriers from a reproductive justice framework. Conclusions: The study underscores the need to advance inclusive public policies and systemic changes that recognize and protect family diversity in Chile. Furthermore, it highlights the role of narratives as a tool to make visible and challenge the inequalities surrounding lesbian parenthood.

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  • Daniel Lagos-Cerón & Rodolfo Morrison & Francisca Fuentes-Pizarro & Laura Matthey-Ramírez & Antonia Paredero-Hidalgo & Fernanda Pérez-Ruiz & Cleber Tiago Cirineu, 2025. "‘Okay, but Which One Is Your Mom?’ Experiences of Lesbian-Parent Families and Assisted Reproduction Techniques," Societies, MDPI, vol. 15(6), pages 1-21, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsoctx:v:15:y:2025:i:6:p:146-:d:1664867
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    1. Rodolfo Morrison & Gabriela Moreno Yates & Jessica Hormazábal Quiroz & Francisca Galdames Baumann & Pablo Olivares-Araya, 2023. "“We Need a Father and a Mother!” Rationalities around Filiation in the State: The Invisibility of LGBTIQ+ Families," Societies, MDPI, vol. 13(5), pages 1-17, April.
    2. Rodolfo Morrison & Maite Alvarez Navarro & Javiera Arias Riquelme & Betsabe Barrios Fuentes & Anays Hernandez Gavilan & Rocio Queupuan Donoso & Daniel Lagos-Ceron & Cleber Tiago Cirineu, 2024. "“We Realized That Institutions Are Not Prepared”: Strategies and Challenges in the Filiation Processes of Lesbian-Parent Families in Chile," Social Sciences, MDPI, vol. 13(10), pages 1-16, October.
    3. Rodolfo Morrison & Sebastián Gallardo & Francisca Parra Fuster, 2023. "Heteronormative Representations of the Family and Parenting in Public Policies: Implications for LGBTIQ+ Families," Social Sciences, MDPI, vol. 12(2), pages 1-13, January.
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