The All New 'Before & After Topic (v 2.0)

[Tori]

Thank you all. Wigs and makeup. And hormones.

[Tori]

Wow Tori, who would have known? You clean up nicely and have made huge strides already, stick with it girlfriend!

Those two photos were shot in the same spot. Different angles. Different times. Within 7 months of each other.

[Tori]

Before and after, in celebration of 16 months!  Looking forward to seeing what the next 16 bring..

You inspired me to post. I do not recognize him. I recognize you. You have been there on chat.

You look so good!

[Carlita]

Hello everyone.
I love this thread.  I spend ages browsing all of your pics.  Its always amazing to see all these woman finally becoming who they truly are and it is mind blowing looking at the changes

I have been on this site since late 2011 and when I joined I was in a very low place.  I was 36 and could never see how I would ever make a convincing female.  I have had a tough time over the past few years.  Its been hard, but as you can see below it has all been worth it.

Summer 2010


Spring 2014



Love and hugs Jo xxxxxx

Amazing! You look gorgeous and I would kill for your curves. I look at your waist, hips and butt, and all I can think is, 'How did she do it?'

So, let us in on the secret ... how did you do it?

[Joanna]

Hey Carlita,
Thank you very much....
A few people have asked the same question. I have to be honest I think there are a few reasons I have a waist/hip ratio.
Firstly, its the angle I am standing at! Just off centre, it makes you look more curvy and I have put on a bit of fat around by backside so this helps to show it off and add the curve.  The dress is tight and has a flattering pattern to enhance your curves. Also, I lost a lot of weight when I started HRT.  My stomach is literally concave every morning.  When I stand up it measures 28".  Another reason which I think probably has a lot to do with it, is I initially transitioned as a Teenager.  I started HRT when I had just turned 16 I was on high dose E for 2 years during the final part of my puberty.  I am certain that my hips did widen slightly.  Not by much, but enough that now it shows.  That's all I can think.  I don't work out crazy, or have a strict routine in the method to build muscle. However, I know that by doing squats, leg lifts, lunges etc, this really can help to shape your lower half.
xxx

[Joanna]

She is totally amazing, I followed her transition closely and it wasn't easy for her, but she stuck to her guns and prevailed over all the adversity that we all have both real and imagined. She's a great example to all here and I do admire her so much as do so many others who know her.

Thank you Shan, Thank you for sticking by me and recognising its been tough.  Its tough for us all.  We fight not just the demons around us, but out own inner demons too.xx

[HaleyT]

Hi everyone!  Here I am, transitioning at 35 years old.

Pre-everything:


Now, after about 4 months on Hormones and 6 months laser hair removal:


Next-up is FFS in 2 weeks!

[Sarah Anne]

Hi everyone!  Here I am, transitioning at 35 years old.

Pre-everything:


Now, after about 4 months on Hormones and 6 months laser hair removal:


Next-up is FFS in 2 weeks!

FFS?? You look like you're doing great without it! Congrats on transitioning!! ^_^

[V M]

I'm not seeing a need for FFS either Haley    I think you look very nice

[Nicolette]

Hi everyone!  Here I am, transitioning at 35 years old.

Next-up is FFS in 2 weeks!

You certainly make a better looking girl than a guy. Maybe your nose could help with a bit of refinement, or even perhaps the hairline, but I'd be hard pushed to call it FFS. But I wouldn't knock cosmetic surgery, as I know that can boost confidence when we still see our old selves in the mirror.

[Kara Jayde]

Hi everyone!  Here I am, transitioning at 35 years old.

Pre-everything:


Now, after about 4 months on Hormones and 6 months laser hair removal:


Next-up is FFS in 2 weeks!

Wow, only four months in and you're looking amazing ^^ You don't even seem to need the FFS

[Shantel]

Oh my, what a pretty gal you are already Haley!

[HaleyT]

Thank you for all your comments, you are all amazing 

I did pick a couple of my better photos, so the need for FFS is not that obvious.  If you see me from the profile, or without makeup and a big grin on my face it may be a different story.   

I can't wait to be able to go out without any makeup on and still be gendered correctly!

[Autumn]

Hi everyone!  Here I am, transitioning at 35 years old.

Pre-everything:


Now, after about 4 months on Hormones and 6 months laser hair removal:


Next-up is FFS in 2 weeks!

Wow! I agree with everyone else. I really don't think you need FFS.

[stephaniec]

I'm not seeing a need for FFS either Haley    I think you look very nice

ditto

[Jill F]

Current avatar from about two years ago.  I had just lost 80 pounds from diverticulitis that was so bad that I had a blowout and colovesical fistula that caused flatulence to come out my urethra.  Doc said 1 in 5 to 10 don't survive what I had.  Scary thing was that I was pretty indifferent to death back then.

I have some pretty cool scars now, so I'll never be an underwear model now.   Spanx, maybe?

[Mickie]

That's quite a transformation Jill.

[Jessica Merriman]

OK everybody hide the kids and put up the dogs. I suppose you all have the right to see my before shot, argh! Here it is, but first....
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any additional Therapy required after viewing. Those with weak stomachs turn away now!

[MadeleineG]

OK everybody hide the kids and put up the dogs. I suppose you all have the right to see my before shot, argh! Here it is, but first....
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any additional Therapy required after viewing. Those with weak stomachs turn away now!

So much prettier now, baby

[stephaniec]

yea, wise decision