In this post, I share a cheap packing hack for FTM men that I recently figured out. Most trans men would agree that packing is essential for passing. For many of us, it is also essential for our emotional well-being. That is probably why my post on the best packers for trans men is my top post, every single day. However, some of us are working on a very limited budget. We … [Read more...]
You Better Man up! Meeting Changing Expectations as You Transition Gender from Female to Male
When you start to transition gender, you will most likely have certain ideas about how things will go. You will probably be very excited, and looking forward to all the positive changes in your life. However, there will be changes you don’t expect! For me, the biggest surprise was how people changed in the way they treat me, and how I have had to adjust to these changes. In … [Read more...]
Was Transitioning Gender from Female to Male the Right Thing for Me?
Ten years on is a good time to sit back and think about how my life has changed since I started to identify as FTM (female to male transgender) and started to transition gender from female to male. How has my life changed? Is it better or worse now? Would I do it again if I had to live the same life again? Just to get the last question over first: Would I do it again if I … [Read more...]
Guide to Designer Stubble for a More Masculine Look for Trans Men
Do you want to make the most of your facial hair to look as masculine as possible? Designer stubble creates a rugged and masculine look that it is very desirable for trans men who want to pass. Here is a step-by-step guide plus video about how to achieve designer stubble for trans men. Go on, get that movie-star designer-stubble look! Related post: A Guide to Shaving for Trans … [Read more...]
A Guide to Shaving for Trans Men
Are you thinking about starting shaving for the first time in your life? That’s an exciting time! One of the great joys of transitioning gender for many trans men is that we get to start shaving. However, there is one little catch: most of us don’t have a father to teach us how to shave. And while it is not rocket science, it is also important to do it right. This guide to … [Read more...]