No, gender cannot be changed in the womb. The sex of a baby is determined at the moment of conception, when the sperm fertilizes the egg. The sperm carries either an X or a Y chromosome, and the egg always carries an X chromosome. If the sperm carries an X chromosome, the baby will be female. If the sperm carries a Y chromosome, the baby will be male.

There are some rare genetic conditions that can lead to a baby being born with ambiguous genitalia, but these conditions are not caused by anything that happens in the womb. They are caused by a chromosomal abnormality or a problem with the development of the genitals.

Once a baby’s sex is determined, it cannot be changed. However, a person’s gender identity, which is how they feel about their own gender, can change over time. If a person feels that their gender identity does not match their biological sex, they may choose to transition to the gender that they identify with. This can involve physical changes, such as hormone therapy or surgery, as well as social changes, such as changing their name and pronouns.

It is important to remember that gender is a spectrum, and there are many different ways to be a man or a woman. There is no one right way to be transgender, and everyone’s journey is different.

Gender cannot be changed in the womb. The biological sex of an individual is determined at the time of conception based on the combination of sex chromosomes inherited from the parents. Typically, individuals with two X chromosomes are assigned female, while those with one X and one Y chromosome are assigned male.

Gender identity, on the other hand, refers to a person’s deeply felt sense of being male, female, or something else, which may or may not align with the sex assigned at birth. Gender identity is a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors and is typically established during early childhood or adolescence.

While prenatal interventions and hormonal treatments may be explored for certain intersex conditions (conditions where the individual’s physical sex characteristics do not fit typical definitions of male or female), they are not used to change a person’s gender identity.

It’s important to note that the understanding and recognition of gender diversity and transgender identities have evolved over time, and individuals who experience gender dysphoria may seek gender-affirming interventions such as hormone therapy or gender confirmation surgeries to align their physical appearance with their gender identity. These interventions are typically pursued after thorough evaluation and with the guidance of healthcare professionals specializing in transgender healthcare.