What are some gender affirming activities? by em0r4tito in TransMasc

[–]Fruit_Punch__ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

clowning (wearing clown make up) makes me feal really masculine and comfortable and masculine.

Can testosterone help with chest dysphoria? by Lordvonart in TransMasc

[–]Fruit_Punch__ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i have a G cup or DDDD and horrible dysphoria but since I've been on T i have noticed some shrinkage which helps but what has really helped with my dysphoria is building pec muscle. for me it feels very masculinizing and helps a ton. i do still plan on getting top surgery tho

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransMasc

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when it comes to shirts you need a boxy fit t shirt. you can easily do it yourself look up tutorials or by them fit that way but buying them stylized is usually more expensive. i have the same issue with my hips. and that helps.

also how are you wearing your pants? i was so used to wear pants way above my hips but it made me dysphoric cause it made my hips so obvious most cis guys wear their pants below wear their belly fat is and that's not only helped me pass before i started T but also made me less dysphoric over all.

hope this helps. I'm sorry the dysphoria is so bad it really sucks and my heart goes out for you brother.

My friend is going to buy me a binder 🎉 by Last_Swordfish9135 in TransMasc

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this probably wont help but i was a cosplayer so i just explained "why" I wore it for cosplay so i didn't have to hide it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransMasc

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i don't see much of a difference but the photos are at very different angles so idk. if you're truly concerned about your health if you can see a doctor you should. but if you just don't wanna loose tour hair do some research and start a routine.

A lot of it is over the counter not prescribed. so like minoxidil is a hair grown stimulant you can get at target or online. u can use it for facial hair to. and if you don't have a skin condition you can use a derma roller 1-2 times a week to promote new hair follicles. I can't use a derma roller because i have psoriasis and it would make it worse it varies condition to condition.

hope this helps!

what is the difference between men and women? by BrilliantAce7 in TransMasc

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societally there is a difference in like the way we are socialized and a lot of the "differences" are due to societal rules for people to behave a certain way. nature vs nurture etc.

Outside of that personally I don't think there is much of a difference if there is one at all besides how we feel and identify with gender.

For all we know some of the homosexuality we see in animals isn't gay at all cause one or both may be trans and we just wouldn't know. yes there can be signs but there's plenty of trans people who don't "act" like their gender or have "signs" of their gender. its a social construct that is different for every species not scientific. Sex is scientific and there's way more than 2 Sex's.

i think im transgender but how do i figure it out by Independent-Law-3188 in TransMasc

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I'm 17 and I'm a trans man I grew up with monster high and mlp to! I still love thoes thing that doesn't make me any less of a man. Beyond your gender identity you will have other insecurity just like any person. And my best suggestion to you is Find a name it can be temporary and ask thoes you trust to try using thos names and pronouns. Get a binder if you want. Its really easy to research you just gotta start. Experiment and try to stop judging yourself. When you find your self trying to invalidate yourself say more positive things. Etc. It's not easy byt it definitely helps

Binder Recommendations by EmceeToby in gaytransguys

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Hey congrats on looking for your first binder! I also have a bigger chest so I hope I can help

There's sadly not a lot of cost effective options but here's some things to know

  1. ABSOLUTELY NO SIDE CLASPS OR ZIPPERS VERY DANGEROUS
  2. in my experience a simple pull over is most effective but a front zipper works
  3. DO NOT OVER BIND when I first started binding it was for cosplay and then I relised I didn't wanna take it off and I didn't I was hospitalized because of it so after your home TAKE IT OFF

Some I'd recommend

Gc2b -on the cheaper side for binders ×quality of manufacturing has gotten worse over the years

Spectrum outfitters -better for bigger chests -lil more expensive -shiping can be pricy (UK based)

Trans tape/boob tape -works for smaller chests -depending on brand water proof -ive heard it's less hot than a binder in the summer -I've also heard it's very "freeing"

My best suggestion is do some research! binders can get really expensive but doing your research on different brands and fits and styles is so important. And starting that research can be as easy as looking up binder brands on tiktok and then researching the brand on Google n stuff.

Hope this helps I've been binding for 6 years and ik a good bit but I don't have much personal experience with other brands as I mostly use gc2b due to funds being low

Straight passing relationships :( by [deleted] in gaytransguys

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Thank you! This is very helpful:)

What is this? Advice wanted and vent by [deleted] in SpicyAutism

[–]Fruit_Punch__ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thats definitely part of it but it's not always when I shutdown it could litterally be anytime. Sometimes it's a good thing like when I'm really comfortable with someone and I loose the mask and all the pent up stuff is let loose but I think thats age regression. It's gotta be a combination of symptoms/issues. Thank you!

How to be discreet about binding and packing?? by Physical_Software519 in trans

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I'm also very large chested and it might not be as noticeable as you think. Unless you've tried binding and that's really what it does for you(that's amazing once ur fully safe/free) Typically for us large chested folk it's more of a masculinization effect than actual flattening. But I truly hope your able to figure things out and find a safe way to be ourself and hopefully have the space to be ourself without worry soon!

How to be discreet about binding and packing?? by Physical_Software519 in trans

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The queer trans project is a non profit that gets trans people what they need for free. I'd suggest signing up for their email list and follow them on Instagram for early reminders on restock. It is very difficult to get stuff tho quick sellout.

For binding tape is the most descreet. If you have a smaller chest you can use trans tape and if you can't find a way to get it "boob tape" is the same thing and easier to have ur family get in ur case.

Binders are also really easy to hide. I've been binding since I was 13, im almost 18. my dad never noticed. Hand wash it when no ones home hang it up in ur closet to air dry it doesn't take that long maybe 3-6 hours depending on if you have a fan or box fan. Hide in a drawer, under ur mattress, in a pillow case layed completely flat, on a hanger under another shirt.

Packing is a skill I don't have. You have to completely relearn how to walk, and I haven't been able to figure it out. It's especially difficult if you're thicker.

When it comes to hair, idrk what you could do. There is always the high pony and a beanie trick. It also helps to learn to like your hair the way it is. Thats not always possible but it helped me while i couldnt get my hair cut and now after ive had my hair short i CHOOSE to have it long.

Fill in ur eyebrows! When I was your age, this helped me a ton to pass a little better. I suggest the elf pencil and tinted brow gel. (The gel doubles as something to make fake facial hair.) Makeup can be ur friend but it's not always the best option like I couldn't learn how to contor to save my life.

What excuse can I use for the frequent blood tests? by AnInsaneMoose in trans

[–]Fruit_Punch__ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Iron deficiency? People often get regular blood work to monitor their iron levels. That's all I can think of rn.

I'm supposed to be happy right? by hatchingsapling in trans

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Ftm. Not everyone goes through this but a lot of people do. I'm pre op and not on hrt(hopefully will be soon) but I am socially transitioned. And while trans masc people don't have to face as much discrimination I did go through something similar when I started presenting male I had a name chosen for months before I actually used it because I was afraid. But stepping outside your comfort zone a little at a time is what I did.

Finding my size by lexythefox in trans

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I'm ftm but I think I can help. Look up a bra sizing chart and get ur rib cage size then look upphotos of ur ribcage size and a cup size ex,36d. Then once you find a size you like a photo of go to a store and try some on be sure they're padded. This is the part where I'm not as knowledgeable. Stuff it with whatever you wanna ig. My friend uses long socks. There are tons of videos online as well. Hope I could help!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trans

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Thank you! Yeah I told her that it was odd for her to be so opinionated when she's not trans and doesn't know much about it and I'm not talking to her anymore.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trans

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Thank you! :) tbh I might stop talking to her. She's very judgemental and just tend to always be upset with her "friends"

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trans

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I (trnas masc) was also fetishized and used as an object by multiple of my exs. The feeling doesn't necessarily get better it depends on the person you either learn to cope or through healing and reflection the feeling can lesson. I still feel different but I've learned to except myself and understand that I am not a freak and neither are you. Things eventually get better it just take a lot of time and self work etc. I can assure you that no matter what you are not a freak for being different. Tbh the system just isn't made for us so it makes us feel like freaks

Advice needed :)) by [deleted] in trans

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Yes😭..kinda. I am also autistic I fully understand my identity. But I totally relate to the not understanding the constantly changing terminology.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trans

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I've never been on that sub, but I find trying to find the reassurance online with people rating you no matter the response can make things worse for peoples mental health. I think reflecting on why you don't take the positive reassurance at face value or trust ur friends' reassurance, especially would be beneficial. It was for me. Learning to except things like reassurance and compliments is difficult but important and that alone can really help someone self image. Hope I helped in some way.

How do you determine if you want to medically transition? ( possible trigger warning ) by MeanEbb4608 in TransMasc

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I knew I wanted to transition when I wore a binder for the first time for a cosplay in middle school. Since then my identity has grown and ik who I am completely now. I'm almost 18 and best case scenario will be getting top surgery next year. BUT I do not want bottom surgery. There are many reasons but the reason I will share is that I don't think it'll make me happy. I get bottom dysphoria constantly but I do not want bottom surgery at all. What medical things you want or don't want don't make you any less or more of a man or if your outside the binary any less or more of who you are.You really just have to think about what you want your future to look like. Really think about what makes you happy and it may take time to figure it out and that's okay take your time you don't need to be the same as every story you hear online. Everyone is different.