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From my experience as a trans woman, I have compiled this list of tips for anybody who is in the early stages of their transition. Some of these might be obvious but it is important to go over them because even the simplest mistakes can be costly. Transitioning can be a very difficult road. I truly hope this helps.
Do not make fashion mistakes. This is not easy but, it is very important. Most cis woman have been dressing in women's fashion their whole lives and they've made most of their mistakes early on. Making these mistakes as an adult can look bad and can get you clocked. When transitioning, it is important to consider your fashion style as a woman. A major factor that should be included in this decision is your age. You want to dress appropriate for how old you are. The most common mistake is dressing too young or too old for your age. If we start our transition later into adulthood, we feel a bit of our childhood was robbed of the things we would have experienced had we gotten to be the gender we identify with, so we find ourselves dressing too young or wearing juvenile perfumes to make up for the time we lost. It's because we are trying to fill the void of our inner child. I think this could be a curve that many trans people must get through. My advice, get through it as quickly as possible.
Take it slow. Okay, so you know for sure you're ready to transition. You are pulling the trigger on it and there is no going back. Now that you are committed and you are excited, you cannot wait to get out there and show the world the new you. Well, maybe you shouldn't do that right away. Do as much transitioning as you can behind the scenes, start growing your hair out, getting laser hair removal, working on your voice, taking hormones, modifying your wardrobe, all while the people around you are unaware. They are going to recognize that you are changing on a subconscious level because you are slowly going to begin looking different. This will be beneficial in the long run. Coming out socially can be one of the most difficult things about transitioning, and if you begin the physical transition first, then it will be easier to come out socially.
Be aware of your geographical location. There are places where you are safe to transition and there are places where you are not. If you are in a place that is not accepting of gender transition, where there are no laws to protect you, and there are no resources to assist you, then you need to get yourself to a region that is accepting.
Be careful dating. Dating as a trans woman, whether dating men or women, can be difficult. It is never comfortable having to tell your date that you are trans. You must use your discretion when deciding when the time is right to come out with it. Never come out at a time when it is unsafe. Do it somewhere in public or over the phone and never let things go too far before telling. Staying within the LGBTQ community is another way to stay safe. When dating as a trans woman, it is easy to feel like a second-class citizen and have a lower sense of self-worth, but it is important to hold your standards up high and continue to value yourself. There are many people out there that will whole heartedly accept you for your true self. Sometimes, it takes patience to find those people and you also may need to refer to tip number three.
Make sure that you have a good mental health support system. This is the most important tip. There are many milestones to be hit while transitioning and this can be very difficult to mentally endure on your own or without professional advice. Most people who transition are likely to see a psychiatrist as part of a requirement for certain medical and legal aspects of their transition. I highly recommend that you see a therapist who is knowledgeable and understanding of gender transition as well. You are becoming a new person, and you need to surround yourself with a team of people are going to help you on your journey.
I hope that these 5 Tips for Male to Female Transition will be helpful for you. Please stay safe and stay healthy! If you have any comments, questions, or concerns please inbox me via the Contact box at the bottom of the page or leave a comment on the post. Thank you!
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