Hi.

I began 2 years ago to take herbs for breast enhancement.

Then about 3 months ago I saw my GP and explained to her what I had been doing and she arranged for some blood tests.

I know the general results though they do not mean a great deal to me.

I agreed with her request that I should stop taking the herbs and also to desist from DIY hormones.

3 months later I am having GD counselling and shortly, tomorrow in fact I am seeing a Psychiatrist for further counselling.

I don't know what the future has to offer.

In my introduction I explained a little about myself but that doesn't explain how I got to where I am now.

Suffice it to say I have known since about 8 that I was not altogether a normal male. Yes I did enjoy male activities but never considered myself to be a mans man.

The herbs helped my realise inside there was a nicer person just trying to surface.

The GD counselling sessions have helped me realise how much I enjoy the female side of my character and I have begun to enjoy wearing feminine things and applying my make-up.

As to the future I would like to explore my feminity further both physically and mentally.

Would I opt for SRS? Simple answer "I don't know".

I am starting to realising what being feminine means and I like the person I become when I don't think about my masculinity.

Hopefully as time goes by I shall see what having beard removal actually entails.

I would also very much like my physical side to be more feminine with HRT if it is offered.

Thanks for reading this post.

Sarah       

Really best wishes Sarah.

I'm assuming that as you mention the NHS you live in the UK. I don't know about GIC's like Leicester but if you get sent to Charing Cross they help with GID in general, not just those who wish to have sugery. It will probably take a while to get referred to them but it sounds like you are already making progress with the therapy you are getting. BTW, these days you can't generally get a PCT to fund facial hair removal so you'd need to sort that out yourself.

Hi Sarah,
Hope all is now going well for you; and you are seeing some results in moving forward.
Keep in touch and let us know how you are coping.
Be safe, well and happy
Lotsa luv
Catherine
P.S. In case you're wondering; yes same one as Cheryl's. Awesome family over here

Hi.

It is a while since I have visisted Susans so it is good to catch up with the site.

On a personal front I am slowly moving forwards and have had a referral letter sent to Charing Cross GID clinic by the Psychiatrist department of my local hospital trust. I await a reply from them.

My partner and I have our ups and downs. At the moment we are on an up:-)

I would like to talk to her about RLE but I am concerned this will send us on a down. It is also important that I don't just throw this at her but hope a chance to discuss this arises soon.

We are off up country next week which gives her the opportunity to see her family and friend. She is also to talk specifically to one of her sisters who she did tell a little bit of what I am doing.

I can't say everything in the garden is rosey but as things go now it ain't half bad:-)

I told my Brother about 10 days ago and he was, like my Sister, very supportive and non-judgemental. It is so good to be able to share with some people.

I am taking things as they come and not trying to force the issue. Although I am very aware of my age and the need to enjoy what is happening as it happens.

However that is life and I'll do what I can to keep moving forwards in my own way to my own goal.

Best wishes to everyone,

Sarahw   

the NHS has to fund hair removal as its essential.
the little hitlers who run some local NHS seem to think they are above the law but they aint.

Hi Sarah,

Thanks for the update. I was getting a bit concerned about you. I'm pleased things are moving forward for you, albeit a bit slow. I guess there is nothing wrong with a few steps forward and the odd one sideways.

It's really good to hear your brother and sister are behind you in this. Support like this is just so important. I wish you the very best with the RLE issue. I feel this will be a major stumbling block and you need to be emotionally prepared for it. Colleen Ireland wrote a blog  here called "Believe in the Rainbow" that may be of some assistance to you.

Anyway, I hope your sister-in-law is on your side. Enjoy your week in the country. It'll be a good chance just to relax. Keep in touch and let us know how you are coping. It's at this point in your journey you need as much support as possible. Just remember, we are here for you. In the meantime, be safe, well and happy

Lotsa luv
Catherine

hi thanks for the thread guys, iam in the UK and got treated like an allien by my doctor , she told me they do not offer hormones and has refered me to a Shrink , nice to have a caring society
Samantha

Actually most UK GPs do care very much about their patients and if you ever have need to request your notes from them their concern over you and the attempt they make to get treatmnet will come as a humbling surprise.

The EU has said the 2 years RLE is unnecessary and even illegal.