#mtf tips

Write your chosen name a few times

Talk to/hangout with a friend who actually supports you

Remember you are who you say you are

Wear your favorite piece of clothing that you own

Do something that requires physical activity

Make a playlist

BUT that doesn’t mean demonising people who do fall into the trans category of being triggered or uncomfortable by mentions of their biological sex, avoiding any physical characteristics as much as possible, and going out of their way to conform to gender roles as far as they can. That’s also a valid interpretation of transness, and just because the wider internet chooses to ignore it as a less radical option doesn’t change the fact that this is what gives many trans people joy and a sense of belonging. These people don’t have internalised transphobia or anything else, they simply choose to express their gender in a more conservative manner, and that’s valid!

I need your help.

My cousin recently came out to me about being transfem and I want to support her, but she’s not out openly and seems really shy about trying clothes and makeup. Do you have any ideas or tips for gifts I can give her to help? I’m transmasc, and I know our experiences are pretty different so I could really use any advice for her!! Thank you!!

tucking

i really suggest not tucking with tape, so please try this alternative (good4budget) or buy a pair of undies specifically made for tucking!

swimming

getting a swimsuit with a skirt whether it be a one piece or two, is great for hiding the bits. especially if it’s in black! for those of you who do use tape, it’s good to note that most tucking tape should last about 2hrs in the water.

bra’s

measure your chest and shoulders to make sure you’re buying the right bra size! i suggest getting a padded one a size up, so you can fill it in. i really suggest getting silicone inserts and some double sided tape to keep them in place if they don’t have their own adhesive. you could always use tissue, make homemade inserts, or buy these foam inserts for only $5usd!

more about bras linked ✨ here & here ✨

natural estrogen

I reallt suggest trying this! Some people say this stuff doesn’t work but I definitely think it does the trick!

Soy: i highly recommend soy because it’s really high in estrogen and is easy to get and add into your daily diet! tofu, soy beans, soy milk, soy yogurt, soy powder, etc;

fruits/veggies: peaches, raspberries!!, strawberries, dried prunes, alfalfa sprouts, winter squash, green beans, broccoli, and cabbage.

Wild-yam, lentils, flaxseeds, and bust tea!! (tiddy skittle herbs 🌿)

•dance to some cool music to distract yourself from the bad feels!

•draw some stuff! draw how you want to look!

•avoid things that you know hurt you. this one is sort of for myself because I know that sometimes when I feel dysphoric I scroll through tags that make me feel bad about myself like the terf tags, don't be me! don't do that, it's not fun, trust me!

•wear some cool outfits that make you feel euphoric!

•go outside! enjoy nature, stroll through the woods, get some fresh air if youre up to it

•drink lots of water! it's always important!

•eat foods you enjoy, don't force yourself to eat if you can't bring yourself to

•animal buddies! whether they be dogs, cats, or stuffed, holding onto something can help

•try to avoid mirrors if you can, looking into one for too long can make your dysphoria spike

•dont wear a hoodie for too long, I know it hides everything and makes you comfy but you're going to overheat, it's too hot for that

•dont be mad at yourself for not looking how you want or having dysphoria, no one is to blame for that, not even yourself

some trans guy got mad at me for my last post so im gonna do some passing tips 💖

hair and face

the first passing tip i have is for hair is please please dont dye your hair. if you dont do it properly it will die and youll have to cut it back which wont be good. instead use biotin (i think its called?) to grow your hair out quicker and healtier. For face ill link some makeup tutorials on how to femminize your face. if you dont have makeup then try to wear jewlery ie:chokers, earings, necklaces, or other face items like round glasses or eyelashs (they can be bought for like 4 dollars at claires or a dollar store).

2. chest and upper body

one of the best things you can get for chest dysphoria is pushup bras, padding, or a sports bra. somethings thats worked for me that could work for some of you is use socks as padding if you cant afford padding or gels. the way to do it is fold them from tip to back and put it in your bra. it works well for hiding a flat chest or a lack of curves. another thing for curves is to wear waist liners, but dont make them to tight itll fuck up your ribs major.

3. tucking and legs

as a trans women whos goal is to pass tucking is a necisary evil. the way to tuck is to push your balls into theyre sockets and pull back the p*nis between your butt. to keep a tuck in place theres 4 methods ranked from safest to dangerous.

gaffs are special panties made for trans women to tuck tightly and comftarbly. they can cost anywhere from 15 to 250 dollars US. homemade ones can also be made (linked below)

multiple pairs of panties (usually 2 or 3) can be put over the tuck to make it stay (this is the method i use)

duct tape is very dangerous but works so well for things like bathing suits or lingerie. it can however rip skin and cause epidermal damage from the adhesives

and finally is hair ties. yes, some people do this. wrapping hair ties around the scroatal skin can cause blood lose and need for surgery to removed the killed skin.

for legs wear tights and mom jeans to hide a lack of curves (unless you have them).

and for the crescendo

voice:

i will link tutorials below but the best way is to push back your adams apple and speak from the top of your throat and not your chest. practice this on an app like voice pitch anyliser made for trans voice training

please reblog this so all our trans sisters can see💖

-love, alexis texas⛦

edit: @discyours suggested instead of sports bras which when worn for long periods can cause damage, to have vest bras i think theyre called?