Sofia Klittmark

Analyst

I am a midwife (RNRM) specialising in LGBTQ and support for LGBTQ parents. I work as an analyst within the newly started research project "Physical, mental and reproductive health of LGBTQ people during pregnancy, childbirth and in early parenthood".

My master thesis in midwifery was an interview study with LGBTQ parents about their experiences of reproductive healthcare, which was later published as a scientific article.

I have worked for three years in a parental support program within RFSL, the Swedish Federation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex Rights. Within the project, I have developed and held parental support groups online for prospective LGBTQ parents from all over Sweden. I have developed information material/tip sheets on LGBTQ issues for midwives, and inclusive information/support material online for LGBTQ prospective and new parents, including breast/chest feeding and how to support induced lactation and co-nursing.

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Klittmark, S., Garzón, M., Andersson, E., & Wells, M. B. (2019). LGBTQ competence wanted: LGBTQ parents' experiences of reproductive health care in Sweden. Scandinavian journal of caring sciences, 33(2), 417–426

Anna Malmquist, Sofia Klittmark (2022). Chapter: Heteronormative Obstacles in Regular Antenatal Education, and the Benefits of LGBTQ-Certified Options Experiences among Prospective LGBTQ Parents in Sweden, Contemporary Issues in Perinatal Education, 1st Edition, Imprint Routledge, eBook ISBN9781003223771

Research Show/Hide content

Physical, mental and reproductive health among sexual and gender minorities during pregnancy, childbirth and first year of parenting

The interdisciplinary research project s will follow the health and experiences of LGBTQ people during pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood to contribute to important knowledge in an unexplored area.

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Division of Psychology (PSY)

Research at the division covers many aspects of psychology. We also educate psychologists and psychotherapists to meet the challenges of work life and future clients in the best possible way.

Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL)

Human behaviour and learning is the focus for education and research at the department. We educate students and scientists that are well equipped to meet future challenges in society and working life.