Quote from: Chelsea on May 05, 2018, 08:58:03 AM
Month 2 Update
Today marks 2 months on HRT. My breast look like they are getting bigger. I took a measurement around my chest but didn't see any changes. I cant put my head around it because my GF said that they are a lot bigger and you can even see the difference in last months pictures. I must have a bad measuring tape. lol
My skin is softer still. I didn't think it could get any softer but it keeps getting better. It's also starting to get a different look about it that's hard for me to describe. Its lighter in color but also kind of reflective in a way like a glow. (If that makes sense at all) My hips still look a little and fill fuller but all my body measurements are still the same. My face looks a little different also but I cant really see what changed.
I had a week or so this month feeling really tired and just thought it was the estrogen. I read another post on here about the spironolactone gets rid of your salt and can make you tired. I increased the sodium in my diet and almost instantly my energy was back. Susan's comes to my rescue once again.
You all have heard about my brother and his son Jason. My brother also has 2 daughters Joni and Beth. I called them both yesterday and ask if they both come over and talk to me about something. When they got there I told them about how many years this has been going on with me and told them I'm transgender. I already thought that these girls would be good with my transition and was right. Me and Joni grew up together. We talked about it for a long time and I get out my cell phone and showed them a selfie of Chelsea. "Joni was in shock and said ok who's that?" I said its me silly, look closer. She looked at my pic for a few mins and didn't say anything for a long time and I was starting to get worried that she was going to have a problem with me transitioning. She said it was just a lot to take in but I'm ok with it and happy for you. I had a good time talking with them. I'm almost out of people to come out to.
That's about it for this update.
Hugs,
Chelsea
Chelsea: Regarding your breasts... early on there can changes that can be seen and/or felt but really trying to measure your bust-line in the early stages can be deceiving... things might be growing but just putting the cloth tape around will squish the soft tissue... for some... by 2 months of HRT nipples might start becoming sensitive, a bit protruded and perhaps a small lump or breast-bud can be felt under the nipples. Remember every BODY reacts differently and at it's own time-frame to HRT.
The other effects of HRT at 2 months that you described sound so familiar.... softer skin, different look, skin that "glows," salt cravings (stock up on Dill Pickles and go to Chinese restaurants and use lots of Soy Sauce)
It took a long time for me to see significant body measurements change that I could actually measure and track. Be patient... things will happen... for some the changes will be quicker and more significant and for others the changes are slower and less obvious.
Usually we don't get the changes as quickly as we all want...
...human nature says
"We want it all and we want it now!!!" Patience is a virtue... and it is required for HRT.
Oh, that was good news about your nieces accepting you... and not recognizing you in your Chelsea pics on your phone.
So, continue to get out there and show Chelsea to the outside world.... go for a drive and get out of your driveway this time.... but don't speed and get stopped by a cop yet.
I am eagerly waiting for more updates and pictures as you feel comfortable posting them.
Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle