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I have extremely difficult feelings about girlhood and trans-masculinity and that's okay.

Growing up my parents put me on an extremely high pedestal in their lives. Of course, I was their princess, their baby girl. But it got unhealthy. Now as an adult trans man, I still see myself as their princess. Their baby girl. When I regress (BPD. Please don't make this sexual or infantilize me for regressing to a younger age. I have no control over this and it causes people to take control over me often times.) I always regress to a time where I was expected to watch girls only shows, toys, games, etc. So that's what I remember and associate my childhood with. My parents usually didn't enforce this rule much but it was heavily expected and they didn't see it coming when I came out as a teenager. But now as an "adult man" watching my little pony for fun, it feels really fucking weird. I understand it's for comfort and that tv shows are for everyone, but there's so many "feminine" things about me that make me feel dysphoric at times, yet I also appreciate them so much because it makes me unique.

I painted flowers on my pink wall because it made me feel happy. I have purple curtains and a bella swan replica bed set because I'm that twilight obsessed. I enhance my features with makeup. I dye my hair. I wear bright clothing. I'm still my dog's mom because that's all she knows. I'm still my parent's daughter because they don't understand me being transgender fully. In some respects, I still keep my girlhood with me through every bit. It's okay for me to be a feminine man. And every night I come back to this question still wondering what I'm gonna do if no one supports me. I have a few people in my corner and maybe that's all I need. I'm just kind of rambling at this point trying to get things off my chest.

What they don't tell you about testosterone HRT!!!!

you kinda end up looking like your dad lol

So I decided to try and use "lash and brow boosting serum" to try and grow a mustache because gender and why not. To clarify, I was born female and I can't yet medically transition to male because of age. Here's a picture after the first time I tried it:

Yes it is an uncomfortable close up cos I don't want to show my whole face.

I'm going to post updates about every weekto see if it's working or not, it says it'll take around 8 weeks.

Sorry I didn't post sooner, I was going to update every week, but a 1.5 week update! I have no idea if it's working!

So I decided to try and use "lash and brow boosting serum" to try and grow a mustache because gender and why not. To clarify, I was born female and I can't yet medically transition to male because of age. Here's a picture after the first time I tried it:

Yes it is an uncomfortable close up cos I don't want to show my whole face.

I'm going to post updates about every weekto see if it's working or not, it says it'll take around 8 weeks.

Update on this, it was definitely working, but I gave up because the stuff I was doing it with started giving me loads of spots.

Will post the product it was later, but I'm too lazy to go upstairs rn

So I decided to try and use "lash and brow boosting serum" to try and grow a mustache because gender and why not. To clarify, I was born female and I can't yet medically transition to male because of age. Here's a picture after the first time I tried it:

Yes it is an uncomfortable close up cos I don't want to show my whole face.

I'm going to post updates about every weekto see if it's working or not, it says it'll take around 8 weeks.

Hey peeps, here's a small tip for all my trans, nb etc. people out there who need a binder but don't have much money or can't buy one bc their parents had to pay or something... places to get free binders! Yay~~

Ace bandages are not made to move with your body, and they can cause serious issues such as tearing muscle, bruising of the ribs, misshaping the spine, and serious lung damage.

Please stay save and take care of yourself. You and your well-being are important!

I love you!

Phone lock screen/home wallpaper I made for Trans Day of Visibility. Also themed them around my main blorbos because I can (and I love them) and I headcannon them both as trans.

fag

I feel like people forget most trans guys still had to grow up as girls.

We were still forced to be mature early

We were still told to not to take up space

We were still subject to female beauty standards

Our bodies were still treated as inappropriate

We were still pitted against each other

We were still excluded from “male” activities

We were still treated as lesser the boys

Those things don’t evaporate once we transition they’re fucking internalized. I constantly have to remind myself I’m allowed to exist. We don’t stop dealing with misogyny.

found out i can fit in the XL boys clothes at Target. ultimate pre-everything transmasc W (i got a dinosaur onesie)

about me

i go by felix, but don't mind deer-related nicknames (fawn, buck, etc)

i am a trans man and use he/him, it/its, and xey/xem pronouns, they/them makes me uncomfortable so please don't use !

i am alterhuman, still figuring out my 'type(s?), but i believe myself to be some kind of carnivorous deer, like a not-deer.

i am autistic (self diagnosed with research), my special interest is zoology and i tend to hyperfixate on specific animals, but i may hyperfixate on other things

i am an age regressor & age dreamer due to a severe anxiety disorder & trauma- always sfw ! (agere blog is @stimmyfawnn)

i am a minor and sexual topics make me very uncomfortable, so this blog will be completely sfw

in too many fandoms to count

dni

hate/cringe culture/exclus blogs

pro-israel

anti-alterhuman

anti-agere/anti-petre

sexualize agere/petre, or believe it can be sexual

ageplay/petplay

cgl/ddlg/abdl/variants (including "sfw")

nsfw (including kink, porn, smut, and gore)

coquette/dollette/nymphette/etc

fetishize queer/trans people

politics-heavy or religion-heavy blogs

proship/comship/anti-anti/etc.

loli/shota supporters

say slurs you can't reclaim

thinspo/ed/sh

gender/bioessentialist

transandrophobe

don't believe transmen & mascs experience discrimination/believe transmen & mascs experience less discrimination than other trans people (???stop trying to pit us against eachother we are literally all trans???)

use the terms "cuntboy"/"theyfab"/"transtrender"/etc.

creeps who reduce transmascs to their genitals

God okay so I’m going to say this now; PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not risk your health or anyone’s in the form of getting a “cheap” binder of ebay or where ever. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE save your $4-$10 dollars for those cheap ebay ones and put it towards a gc2b binder. Or if you want an Underworks go for that but I highly suggest gc2b. They’re about $40 (with shipping) and will last you WAY longer than any cheap ebay one. They are MEANT for lasting you. I wash mine many times week, wear it daily, Wear them daily. I have two. Had them for almost a year now. But I cannot urge you enough to PLEASE save up your pennies for a PROPER SAFE binder. Binders you can breathe in, binders you can move in, binders that don’t crush your ribs, binders that are comfortable, binders that are safe.

This isn’t a safe binder:

It uses clasps and not compression.

This is a gc2b binder; made by trans people for trans people:

These binders have no clasps but uses spandex to compress you safety. 

Measure your chest before ordering to make sure you don’t get one too small or too large.

Add-on (07/16): YOU CAN BIND NO MATTER WHAT YOUR GENDER ID IS. IF YOU GOT TITTIES, AND WANT TO FLATTEN THEM??? Bind! With proper binders. Below is a copy and paste from a FTM website so that’s why it’s heavy on the transgender and FTM phrases. But you can be a cis-women, agender, non-binary, transgender! This is literally for everyone who wants to bind!

UPDATE (07/12)

I wanted to add more information on where you can buy binders and info in general about binders

You can buy binders from these sites

Products designed specifically for FTM binding:

@gc2b-apparel​​ (OPs #1 Recommendation)

@shapeshiftersinc​

http://www.t-kingdom.com/

https://peecockproducts.com

https://i.lesloveboat.com/

https://www.mansculpture.com/

https://www.danae.info/

http://en.nabeshirt.com/shop/

http://www.esha-taipei.net/en/

Chest binders/medical compression shirts:

http://www.f2mbinders.com/ (AKA underworks)

https://xbody.co.uk/collections/compression-vests

https://www.toolshedtoys.com/gender-expression/binders/

https://morrisdesigns.com/product-category/male-garments/vests/

http://nouvelleinc.com/malevests.aspx

Used Binders

If you can’t afford a binder, don’t despair! Used binders are often passed on by post-op trans men or those whose binders may no longer fit. There are a few programs available that help distribute donated second-hand binders:

In A Bind – Started in 2012, to date In a Bind has provided safe compression garments to over 1500 youth in need. Trans* masculine and genderqueer youth living anywhere in the USA can apply to receive a free binder. In a Bind depends on donations. Recently had top surgery? Go up or down a size? Find a style that works better for you? Donate those binders you’re no longer using!

Black Trans Advocacy FTM Binder Grant

MORF Binder Exchange – Since February 2011, MORF has been providing free binders to trans* masculine people in the UK and around the world. The free scheme (all you pay is the postage) has so far redistributed hundreds of binders. In 2014 alone, over 280 binders were sent out.

FTME Free Youth Binder Program – Age 24 and under only; USA only.

Replace the Ace – USA only

Big Brothers Used Binder Program – Donation required

Mazzoni Center’s Binder Recycling Program – Only for youth enrolled in P.A.C.T.S., Philadelphia.

Point 5cc Tshirt Company – Free binder with purchase of t-shirt

Come As You Are’s Binder Bucks Recycling Program – Canada only

Qmunity Binder Exchange – BC, Canada only.

Trans Fellas

Northern Ireland Binder Scheme –  Age 25 and under, N. Ireland only

morfbinders.wordpress.com

Point of Pride

FreebieBinder Sthlm – Sweden

Trans Clothing Exchanges are another place where you can often find inexpensive binders. You can also try asking around for a hand-me-down binder on one of the mailing lists for trans guys or check out LiveJournal’s FTM Garage Sale and the FtM Sales, Swap, and Support group on Facebook.

How to Choose a Chest Binder

If you still remember your old bra size, you can find out your binder size by using the Bra to Chest Size Converter Tool. If you don’t know your old bra size, you can measure yourself the old-fashioned way:

Take a snug measurement of the fullest part of your chest using a tape measure (best if measured while clothed) and write that number down onto a sheet of paper.

Measure underneath your chest where the crease is and write that number down as well.

Add those numbers together and divide the sum by 2. This number will differentiate your size not only from brand to brand but from binder to binder as well.

Selecting a binder brand and style can be difficult: there are so many options that it can be overwhelming! Plus, there aren’t very many reviews of binders other than those about Underworks’ and T-Kingdom’s more popular models. After buying your binder, help make the experience easier for guys in the future by contributing your review to one of the review sites listed below.

Essentially, there are two types of binders: short ones and long ones. The short ones end right at your waist. The down side of these is that if you carry some extra weight, short binders tend to roll up and act more like a bra. The long ones can be pulled down past your waist by several inches, however it’s inevitable that it will still roll up. To reduce the chances of this, wear a belt. Choosing between a short and long binder has more to do with your body type, specifically your abdomen, and not your chest size.

Lastly, consider the location of the company you’re buying from. Buying from a company that’s closer to you can save you a significant amount of money on shipping costs.

How to Put On a Chest Binder

It might seem silly, but you’re probably going to need some help figuring out how to put on your new binder, particularly if you purchased one of the longer styles.

Put your binder inside out and upside down.

Step into your binder and pull the bottom of it up, ideally to your belt line. The binder should still be inside out and upside down.

Use the sleeves as handles to pull the top of the binder (the end closer to your feet) up to your shoulders.

Put your arms through the sleeve holes and adjust your chest to your needs. You may need to pull the bottom of the binder out from underneath itself if you don’t want it folded under. For others, leaving it folded under may help stop the binder from rolling up.

For gc2B binders: You will put it on as if it were a tank top. It’s a bit tough the first couple of times but will get easier with time. Have someone there to help you.

Rule of thumb: 

Full binder (whole torso) you put it on by stepping into it.

Half binder (just your chest) you put it on over your head.

Don’t be disappointed if you look in the mirror and it looks like you have one big boob in the middle of your chest. You just need to adjust your chest. Reach in from the neck hole and push your chesticles down and out. You’re basically pushing your nipple toward your armpit to achieve the flattest looking chest possible.

FTM Chest Binding Tips

Very important: When binding, you should not by any means feel as though you can’t breathe or like you’re going to pass out from a lack of oxygen.

Binders aren’t the most comfortable things in the world. To make binding more comfortable, and to reduce the possibility of the binder moving around a bit, some guys wear a light shirt underneath.

Depending on the size of your chest, you may need to layer clothing on top of the binder to get optimal chest flattening. You’ll find that some of the shirts in your closet require you to layer more than shirts in your wardrobe.

You can swim in your binder. Just wear a sleeveless or sleeved T-shirt over it. Don’t worry if your binder seems less effective after a swim, this isn’t permanent. Simply wash it and it will go back to normal.

Your chest will look bigger than it really is when you look down at it. Check in the mirror for a more accurate side view.

Not all binders breathe well, and the reality is that you’re probably going to get hot. If you’ve already started testosterone, you’re definitely going to sweat. The build up of sweat can irritate your skin causing rashes and sores. Wearing a thin cotton shirt that breathes well underneath your binder may help prevent this. If you find this uncomfortable, try applying corn starch to your body before putting on your binder to help keep it from holding in moisture. If you’ve already experienced skin irritation of some sort, take care of it the same way you would an open wound. Washing the irritated area with anti-bacterial soap will keep it clean and help it heal faster.

Conclusion

Chest binding, as cumbersome as it may seem, can be very freeing for transgender men. There’s a plethora of quality FTM chest binding products available for body types of all shapes and sizes. Regardless of what you use for binding, please remember to put your health first. Now that you’re armed with all the information you need to find the right binder for you, go forth and feel more comfortable in your skin!

FTM Chest Binder Reviews

Chest Binder Reviews Site: Written reviews of various chest binding products. Binders are rated for effectiveness, comfort, and discreetness.

Binder Reviews’ YouTube Collab Channel: This is a collab channel dedicated to providing reviews of a wide variety of chest binders on different sizes and shapes of people.

(Note: These sites are no longer updated.)

More FTM Chest Binding Resources

Inside the Landmark, Long Overdue Study on Chest Binding

Top Surgery in Transgender Men: How Far Can You Push the Envelope?

Binding Safely for Your Body: Tips for All Body Types and Sizes

The 6 Best Tips for Binding in the Summer

Hudson’s Guide to FTM Binding: Includes a complete list of other products you can use for chest binding, such as compression garments and sports bras.

FYI Binding Tips: The Butchelor has some useful tips on how to put on a binder, how to keep it from rolling up, and how to wash a binder.

Do you have any tips about binding? Want to share your experience with a particular binder brand or model? Do you know of other binder manufacturers, particularly those outside of Asia and the US? Please leave your comments below.

Last updated: 12/20/2017

And that's that on that.

feels like a good night to support trans people, so:

we support trans women, trans men, nonbinary people who identify as such, intersex people who identify as such!! trans lesbians, trans bisexuals, trans pansexuals, trans asexuals, trans aromantics!

we support trans people who have transitioned, trans people who haven’t, trans people who aren’t planning to transition! trans people who aren’t out and trans people who are!

we support trans people with no dysphoria! trans people with a lot of dysphoria! trans people who are still figuring out their identity, trans people who are questioning, and trans people who have known for a long time!

we support trans people who use neopronouns!! trans people who use it/its!! trans people who use multiple pronouns!! trans people who use she/her without being a girl, he/him without being a boy, or don’t use any pronouns at all!

we support mentally ill trans people!! autistic trans people!! trans POC!! black trans people!! disabled trans people!! jewish trans people!! muslim trans people!! elderly trans people!! fat trans people!! trans people who don’t pass and don’t want to!!

on this blog, we support all trans people. you are brave, you are valid, and you deserve to live your life to the fullest. i hope every trans person who sees this has a great day, and that they know they’re incredible <3

how to be okay when I see my deadname

When someone says "I am trans" or "I am gay" thats all that matters. It doesn't matter why they are gay or trans, if they knew since they were a kid, or just decided on it 5 seconds ago. It doesn't matter if they experience gender dysphoria, or what gender their previous dating/sex partners were. The only thing that matters when someone says they are gay/trans is that it is respected.

Hey pals

It's taken me a few days to write this, I'm really nervous about asking for this. But there's just no way I can afford top surgery, especially right now when I haven't been able to find a job and my insurance won't cover my hrt. My goal is to get $10K, but honestly any amount is a blessing.

Any amount you're willing to give will help so much, and I'm willing to do art requests in exchange for donations. If you can't donate, please reblog

gofundme.com

Top Surgery For Elijah, organized by Elijah Floden

I am ftm transgender, and I'm looking to raise enough money to have top surgery and live my life … Elijah Floden needs your support for Top

*adjusts microphone*

IT’S NOT OKAY TO DEADNAME YOUR KIDS WHEN YOU’RE MAD AT THEM

Idk just a random character that I made

(Trans boy) ✨

Si

Silly boi

He is ¡Ronnie!

He is just a silly lamb boy with personality of a shy and nervous lost lamb