Catholic transmum respects the message of the church regarding gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy

In April, the Vatican declared that gender-affirming surgery, gender reassignment, and surrogacy are serious violations of human dignity. For Sofiya Huggins, there are different beliefs among people that should be respected.

As the Catholic church announced its condemnation of gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy, Sofiya Pacifico-Huggins continues to live life as a transsexual woman, mum and devout Catholic. Credit: Sofiya Huggins

Key Points

• Sofiya Huggins is a transsexual woman and a mother to her 11-year-old child.
• Her child is a result of surrogacy in the Philippines.
• Recently, the Catholic Church condemned gender-affirming surgery, gender reassignment, and surrogacy.