Things that three months of patches and blockers can do.

[Tatiana 79]

 Starting HRT on July 5th it's been exactly 3 months and any expectations that I had have been completely blown away.
Simply put it's like the colors of my backyard are now inside me instead of The Bleak Forest of winter where only shades of Gray dominate. And this would represent how I felt only 3 months ago merely existing in a world of black and white without much sensation or hope.
But now I'm living in a world of vivid color where every feeling and perception seems heightened and every moment more appreciated.
And it seems to be building like a snowball causing much anticipation and hope for the future, and some noticeable physical changes but massive mental ones.
After my eyes have been opened there's absolutely nothing in the world that can stop me, and it's simply beond price and I'm sure it's a feeling that all of you have felt at one time.

Love Tatiana

[Northern Star Girl]

Starting HRT on July 5th it's been exactly 3 months and any expectations that I had have been completely blown away.
Simply put it's like the colors of my backyard are now inside me instead of The Bleak Forest of winter where only shades of Gray dominate. And this would represent how I felt only 3 months ago merely existing in a world of black and white without much sensation or hope.
But now I'm living in a world of vivid color where every feeling and perception seems heightened and every moment more appreciated.
And it seems to be building like a snowball causing much anticipation and hope for the future, and some noticeable physical changes but massive mental ones.
After my eyes have been opened there's absolutely nothing in the world that can stop me, and it's simply beond price and I'm sure it's a feeling that all of you have felt at one time.

Love Tatiana

@Tatiana 79
Dear Tatiana:
This is certainly an exciting report... at 3 months into  HRT most transitioners will start seeing things happening more significantly and at a quicker rate.

The transition journey is indeed exciting.  As has been stated over and over here on the Forums on various posts, HRT will work uniquely in your own unique body. What you read about other transitioning members experiences with HRT most likely will not be identical to your own experiences.

The adage that you have probably already heard regarding HRT and how it may work for various individuals  is "YMMV"  meaning that Your Mileage May Vary.
Some will experience more significant changes more quickly and then some will experience less significant changes more slowly....   it is all up to your genes and how your body reacts to the HRT.

PATIENCE is definitely required.... usually not much happens very quickly with HRT... but changes will happen.
Many times the very first noticeable changes can be felt and seen within the first 1 to 3 months...
For the MTF,  breast tenderness, breast bud lumps forming under the nipples and possibly changes in body hair growth, your own body and urine smell, changes in erections becoming less intense, libido, etc.

Without a doubt this can be very "EXCITING and SCARY all at the same time."   One needs to hang on for an amazing ride.  Some of my best and most appreciated and dramatic body changes happened to me at about the 5 or 6 month point and through the start of year #2 of my HRT journey.   
Even though I was able to very successfully pass before I went full-time... when I did go full-time at the 1 1/2 year mark I had been passing 100% of the time.  Of course that is just my own personal experience, I suppose I can thank my unique body makeup and my genes for all that.
 
You will not see dramatic changes on a daily or weekly basis.  I found that by taking my photo once a month that when compared with other monthly photos, the changes were quite noticeable and very motivating.

Thank you for sharing your story with all of us.
Wishing you well, and I will be eagerly following your transition progress toward your goal.
Hugs and hugs,
Danielle

[Laurie]

Hi Tatiana,

  He girl, congratulations on the brightened future you are seeing for yourself as a result of having the correct hormones having their way with you. Yes, for many it is as awesome and about as immediate as it was for you. Others like me were not so fortunate as there were other issues that had gotten in the way. I can say that today I am much happier person than I was then.

Hugs,
  Laurie

[pamelatransuk]

Dearest Tatiana

It is so delightful to read that your mental changes which occurred very early after starting HRT have been maintained for the 3 month period.

I know from other posts that your depression to the point of merely existing had been lifted and that you are able to experience emotions for the first time.

I know you have so much more energy and enthusiasm and zest for life! I am so happy for you.

Wishing you continued success.

Hugs

Pamela  xx

[Sienna Grace]

Tatiana it is so wonderful when a shared experience is given voice. My experience was somewhat similar to that which you describe. Life just seemed more vibrant and alive somehow. It was as if I had spent my life looking through thick, clouded glass. Enjoy the ride; both the ups and downs... It is certainly never dull 👍

Good luck, thanks for sharing and I look forward to your updates.

Sienna xx

[Tatiana 79]

Thank you so much ladies
Having all of your combined experience is simply priceless to me.
Without all of your caring support I really would be alone up here.
It's absolutely comforting to have all of you tell me what to expect.
It definitely would be far more difficult for me to do something like this without being a member here.
I thank you all more than you can know for taking the time for me with your detailed experiences.
All of You Are the sweetest things I think I ever felt.
Love Tatiana.