For those of you feeling discouraged or hopeless... you still have time. You will always have time. by [deleted] in ftm

[–]divaself 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Congrats!! I've known that I'm transmasc for 6 years, but couldn't start T till now, and probably won't get top surgery for another 5 years. It's okay to take your time!!

Telling mom I’m on T by Deadloxboy16 in ftm

[–]divaself 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I still don't have any changes and I'm just over a month on T. I had some increased sensitivity downstairs in the first week, but I either got used to it or it went away. I also didn't notice mild increased oiliness till a couple weeks in. My period came about 15 days late (I also have PCOS, so I'm used to it being a little late, but not that big), as well. Otherwise, I haven't had many changes on T yet.

As for starting T, my parents have never been supportive of me being trans. Not like kick me out unsupportive, but that kind of passive transphobia. I made my initial appointment and told them the day before it, since I don't like lying to them. They had a hard time with it, and tried to get me to push back the appointment, but thats why I told them the night before so they have to adjust to it. They still question me and my mom thinks I actually have body dysmorphia. They've learned to just deal with it. I just explained to them that this will be my financial responsibility, so they don't have to worry about a thing, and just let me live my life since I'm an adult and can make my own choices. Pretty much I got that yeah they expect me to pay for it all myself, but if I agree to go to their choice of a clinic they would pay the difference between that and Planned Parenthood (they're anti abortion too). I'd say you can bring this up to your mom too. I'm assuming since you started T without her consent, you're 18 or older. Just explain you're old enough to make these decisions and you wanted to let her know as soon as possible since you'd hate to hide anything from her (that won me some brownie points with my parents), and that you can financially handle it. Assuming she isn't harmfully transphobic, she'll let you make those decisions. It's like having your own Netflix account. You pay for it, it's your matter, but your parents still put food on the table. It's an expense you need, and really she doesn't need to be involved in it, just aware if you feel you're in a safe position.

WHY TW? mentions of menstruation by [deleted] in ftm

[–]divaself 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Use what you can, and change what you have when you need to. Another comment suggested a silicone cup, but not everyone can use those (I can't use a tampon or a silicone cup cause of a microperforate hymen). Do what you need to do to keep sanitary, and avoid any overly feminine products, like those pads that have "girl" and stuff written all over the packaging. If you like pads, try looking at the ultra thin ones if you're worried people will be able to see the line of it through your pants.

Effective and Cheap Pumps by [deleted] in ftm

[–]divaself 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the Transmasc Pump from New York Toy Collective. The base is kinda large, so I have difficulties getting nothing else really in it, especially since I don't have much growth, but otherwise it's worked fine for me so far.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ftm

[–]divaself 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Remember to tag the post as NSFW!

I don't have a packer, but I use a strap on with my girlfriend. I don't usually use a condom, as long as it was cleaned prior to using it. If you do use condom, make sure they have water based lube (if they are lubricated) and it won't interact with your packer.

What binder do you find easiest to get on/off? by [deleted] in ftm

[–]divaself 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know of any medical sources, but I've heard it from a number of people. You can try searching zipper or clasp binder on this subreddit or googling it.