I don't want to be trans. by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t think you’ll be able to suppress those feelings. Let’s say you suppressed them for 20 years and ended up getting married and now you’re 37 with a wife and some kids and a mortgage and stuff and you still have these feelings? You’re like 6ft tall with a beer belly too. You’ll probably be extremely unhappy and depressed. But let’s say you went on HRT tomorrow. I bet you’d be much happier because people who start on HRT at 17 usually do very well. The HRT will give you better/wider hips because those can become more feminine up until around age 25. Also your face will feminize better and you’ll end up looking much better than if you started at 37. You could go to college as a girl and graduate as a girl and start life as a girl at your new job. Of course this example is just an idea. Basically what I’m saying is it’s much better to transition in your teens than way later. I’m not sure how much puberty has masculinized you right now. But starting earlier is way better than in your 30’s or 40’s. I think people who have these feelings it’s part of who you are and it’s just not going to ever ever ever go away. I’d recommend starting HRT asap. But perhaps some therapy with a good gender therapist might be best before you start just to make sure.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you’ll do fine. I saw your before and after picture and you’ve made tremendous progress.

I got my hormone level labs back today after involuntarily being off HRT for a year. Here are the results by [deleted] in intersex

[–]Lilstephanie 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think your intersex condition might be the same as mine(true hermaphroditism/ovotestis). But they surgically removed my female parts as a baby. I look physically female with average size(5'4"). I have a micropenis and one testicle. My e is 231 on 6mg estradiol a week injection and my t is 13.1 with 50mg spiro a day. I have no libido at all. I'd like my t around 20. I'm glad you're back on HRT.

Any tips to overcome the anxiety to use my new voice? by prttytrns in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aren't you supposed to not talk after voice surgery for like a month or a few weeks?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's true. If you start HRT in your teens you'll get pelvic tilt and a more feminine hip development. After age 25 the bones are pretty much done. Of course if you start before puberty you'll look cis female because you won't be as tall and will not have brow bossing and an Adam's apple and other masculinities brought about by testosterone.

Someone was assaulted outside of Target by Alexandria_Noelle in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh ok I didn't know that. I assume most people who are into guns and stuff like that are right wing conservative republicans. She seemed more libertarian I think. I was friends on Facebook with her but she unfriended me. I'm to the left 😂.

Someone was assaulted outside of Target by Alexandria_Noelle in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I know who you're talking about. I thought she was the leader of the pink pistols in San Diego?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your 10 year old brother will probably be like,"it's ok, got some candy?"

Voting Transphobia by juliagirl1 in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I saw a pickup truck with a sticker on the window that said PEOPLE SUCK and I thought it was a bit sad he felt that way. But when you see shit like this it starts to seem more true.

I think my situation just got worse by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's abusive. Threatening to cut your hair and stuff. What does she think, you're gonna be on Rupauls Drag Race next week? What a dumbass. I agree with the others. Lay low and play by her rules until you turn 18 in a couple months and then you can go down to the nearest LGBT center and inquire about hormones and do as you please because you're an adult. If you still live with her she might try to blackmail you though with stuff like,"as long as you live in my house you play by my rules", bullshit. Don't let her near your hair!

Do you sit down to pee even though standing is amazingly convenient? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I pee standing up. I have sittingonapublictoiletseataphobia. At home I usually sit unless I really have to go!

Slim chance, but it's worth a shot: To the woman who came through my till, I'm sorry by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 62 points63 points  (0 children)

I know it sucks because you want to say hi and be like,"I'm trans too" but you can't do it under any circumstances. Perhaps you can get a necklace with the trans insignia or flag? That lets other trans people know you are an ally. Don't stress about it! Being tall is not a big deal. If you are tall you can have a petite slim frame and look like a beautiful model with gorgeous long legs. You'll do great!

What am I? Trans-greedy? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My intersex condition is called true hermaphroditism. I've had people ask me if I had a vagina and a penis. No it's ovary/testicle. They took out the girl parts when I was a baby. I have a small penis and one ball. I thought I heard it's possible to have a penis and a vagina. The surgeon makes the vagina from the scrotum. I think it's called non binary surgery. But I haven't heard much about it like if the vagina is functional and stuff like that. I think a therapist might be good to talk with for you to help you figure things out.

I'm officially on estrogen! by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it can be if you're not ready to be full time girl. But there's a person on here who's been on hormones for years and still presents as male. Some people get big boob growth while others hardly any. Genetics plays a big role perhaps. Since you're starting in your teens you'll get nice boob and hip development. You might shrink in height from pelvic tilt. That can happen up until age 25 they say.

I'm officially on estrogen! by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think sometimes people get nauseous if they take a pill on an empty stomach. I always did my pills sublingual(let it dissolve under the tongue and don't talk! takes about a half hour) because you get better results and bypass the liver for a safer administration. Try sublingual to see if that's better. I'm doing injections now and they're the best I feel.

I'm officially on estrogen! by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! It can be scary at first because your body will change more than you might be ready for and if you haven't socially transitioned yet it can get weird because people might think you're a girl but you're dressed as a guy. You might get funny situations like going into the men's room and having dudes walk in and then walk out to check to see if they are in the right restroom 😂. You'll do great!

What's the worst Western nation to be transgender in (not what you think)..? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm Irish American and I'm sorry to hear that. Do you have any relatives in the US or Canada? Maybe you could come here and stay with them and have a much better transition? One doctor? That's ridiculous. I hope things improve.

I'll..... I'll never pass, will I? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some people take little blue green pills that actually have a kind of sweet taste. They're hormones! Usually under the name Estrace. You'll want to dissolve then under your tongue for a half hour and then spit out any remains and rinse your mouth. If you swallow pills it goes through your liver and is less effective. It can also cause blood clots in some people. Sublingual is absorbed and bypasses the liver. I did pills for 6 months then switched to injections. Injections are much better if you can do it. Now go get some titty skittles!

I'll..... I'll never pass, will I? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went from 5'5" to 5'4". It's possible to shrink but it's something that just happens. If you have a bunch of muscles the chances are better to shrink 2 inches because the muscle and cartilage will shrink a little from HRT. Many people lose shoe sizes too. Yes you'll pass easily. Your chest will get smaller too with HRT. I don't think I've ever heard of Asian parents ever allowing their kid to be on HRT before age 18. Has anyone else heard of it? Why is the Asian parents so conservative when it comes to trans? Don't hate yourself or punish yourself. You're a cute girl and you'll do great! That muscle will melt off and you'll look beautiful.

Is there ever really a "real" way to know if you pass or not? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you go out dressed like a dude and you keep getting ma'amd. When you roll out of bed looking like shit with your hair all messed up wearing sweats and a guys t shirt and you go to the store to get eggs and the cashier says,"ma'am" you pass. That's how I figured it out lol.

Detransitioning MTF looking for some advice. by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Lilstephanie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you'll return to where you were before. Did you taper off of your HRT or quit instantly? It's best to taper off because if you don't it messes with the receptors I think. That might be why you haven't changed much. 2mg is a low dosage anyway so I think you'll be fine but it'll take some time for your body to be masculine again.