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The institute's
say: "While many students will identify as 'mothers' or 'fathers,' using these
to describe parenthood excludes
who do not identify as male or female." It added: "This non-gendered
is particularly
in...discussions of childbirth and parenthood." The university said the handbook was, "a
developed...to assist anyone committed to enhancing inclusiveness and
". It said it was not
university policy. Last week, a UK
asked its
to substitute the word 'chestfeeding' for 'breastfeeding'.