Transition & Affirmation

Different ways of affirming gender identity and, for those who want to, socially, medically, or surgically transitioning gender.

Articles and Advice in this area:

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Get information about what to expect from breast augmentation.

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While you may not be thinking about surgery for quite a while (or ever!), it helps to be informed.

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Depending on how old you are, where you live, and the specifics of your situation, you may start with “blockers,” also called puberty blockers or puberty inhibitors.

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Get the scoop on taking exogenous estrogen—AKA HRT!

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For people interested in testosterone hormone replacement therapy as part of gender-affirming care, here’s what you need to know.

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Not every trans person wants hormone replacement therapy, and for those who do, there are a lot of options!

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So you’ve come out. Now what? Today we’re all about logistics, because coming out, and socially transitioning, is an ever-evolving process.

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So you’re ready to start talking openly about your gender, and you want to come out of the shadows and live as yourself.

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Finding clothing and other things that make you feel at home in your body can feel overwhelming. We’ve got you!

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So you’ve thought about sex and gender and all that good stuff and a little bird is telling you that you might be trans. But how do you know?