I am a 58 year old mtf and have recently began appearing as a female full time.  I am wanting to begin hrt as soon as possible.  I am also finding the improvement of my self esteem a very pleasant surprise and my suicidality much less.  Has anyone else experienced this?

Welcome Bobbie Nicole,
I also started as late as you, I have seen posts here and at other support forums from many of our age starting this journey.  I began dressing full-time as female just a few weeks before my 59th birthday, and have started HRT just over a month ago and I couldn't be happier with finally taking the plunge into the deep end of the pool. I hope that you are able to find your happiness as well.

Greetings, bobbienicole!  Welcome to the Place.  Glad you found us.

New members, please be sure to review:

• Site Terms of Service and rules to live by
  
• Standard Terms and Definitions
  
• Post Ranks ( including when you can upload an avatar)
  
• Age and the Forum
  
• Reputation rules
  
• Photo, avatars, and signature images policy
  

Welcome Bobbie,

I am glad you landed here and hope you stick around to discover all the wonderful resources and people Susans has.

I am almost 54 and consider myself a re-bloomer.  Deciding to be my authentic self and forge ahead to my dreams has been a wonderful experience.

While HRT/ CHT can be wonderful, I have found great comfort in the services of a therapist that has gender experience. The combination of therapy and hormones has changes my life in many ways, wonderful ways.

Stay true to your hearts desire.

Maelen

Hi Bobbie and welcome to Susan's. Came out at age fifty-six(will be 65 next month).
I've never been happier.