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DIY HRT & Trans Resources

This page links to resources on gender transition and detransition, such as voice training, hormones, surgery, funding, low-income resources, shapewear, binders, and packers. For intersex resources, click here

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Hormonal Transition (DIY)

We do not condone, encourage or support illicit drug production or usage. Nor do we provide legal counsel on the legality or usage of illicit drugs. Materials are provided solely for educational purposes and for harm reduction.

General HRT Resources

Resource Description
How to Read a Syringe Please familiarize yourself with how to read a syringe and draw up your correct dose before starting HRT!
How to Give Yourself a Subcutaneous Injection How to give yourself a subq (subcutaneous, into the fat) injection in the abdominal fat. Short 1 min tutorial.
DIY HRT Wiki The most comprehensive general guide to learning the basics of DIY HRT, labs, and safety.
Erin's Informed Consent Map A map of informed consent HRT clinics across the US, maintained by Erin Reed (@ErinInTheMorn).
DIYHRT.info Another guide for learning about DIY HRT protocols.
Transgender Map Comprehensive guide to transition, covering social, legal, and medical aspects.
Non-Binary Resources Collection of transition resources specifically for non-binary people.
DIY HRT Zine Free zine on DIY HRT. (Requires "checkout" - you can use a fake name/address).

Estrogens & Anti-Androgens

Resource Description
Start With 4mg Estradiol Enanthate... Start with 4 mg Estradiol Enanthate weekly and test at one to three months.
Transfem Science Fantastic site for all things transfeminine HRT. Just check it out.
Estrannai.se Plot and visualize estradiol levels over time to help plan your dosage.
Transfem DIY HRT (PDF) Zine/PDF regarding DIY HRT specifically for transfeminine folks.
A Practical Guide to Feminizing HRT DIY HRT resources

Compounding & Production

Resource Description
DIY HRT Production Manual (Zine) Guide hosted on CryptPad detailing the production of DIY HRT.
Estradiol Stickies Make your estrogen pills last longer by turning them into stickies.
HRT Cat Start learning how to compound your own DIY HRT.
HRT.mom Another site on how to compound your own injectable HRT
r/Estrogel Make your own estrogel...works with other hormone compounds.

Testosterone & Androgens

Legal Note: Testosterone is a controlled substance in the US. Importing it carries higher legal risks than Estrogen.

Resource Description
Transmasc DIY HRT (PDF) Zine/PDF regarding DIY HRT specifically for transmasculine folks.
DIY HRT Wiki (Transmasc) Guide on testosterone esters, dosage, and safety monitoring.
Eroids Use with caution. A review board for steroid sources. Used by bodybuilders, but useful for sourcing Testeosterone and other androgens.
Nandrolone for AFAB Nonbinary Transition Rentry page discussing Nandrolone as an option for AFAB nonbinary transition. Made by Kolvas Kaaz, because they found a lackluster amount of resources on this topic.

Sourcing Directories

Site Description
HRT Cafe The main resource for sourcing HRT from grey market pharmacies.
HRT Coffee Alternative directory for sourcing HRT.
TransDIY.org A site similar to this one, focused on DIY HRT sourcing.
DIY HRT Market The DIY HRT market, with guides and links to purchase.

Voice Training

How to feminize or masculinize your voice without surgery or hormones

Resource Description
TransVoiceLessons (YouTube) Fantastic, well-respected guide for voice feminization. Kolvas Kaaz followed Zhea's channel to feminize their voice.
Renee Yoxon (YouTube) Friendly & accessible voice training. Excellent captions and pacing.
Deepening Voice (No T) A 2015-era YouTube guide on how to masculinize your voice without testosterone.
Vocal Congruence Project Resources for finding a voice that aligns with your gender identity.
SumianVoice (Spectrogram) A browser-based spectrogram to visualize your pitch and resonance weight in real-time.
Acoustic Gender Space A visual tool that plots your pitch and resonance to show where your voice lands in gendered acoustic space.
Praat Professional-grade phonetic analysis software. Good for referencing and comparing pitches for voice training purposes.
MtF Voice Training Secrets Another guide for effective voice feminization.

Surgery Tips, Prep, & Education

Surgery is not necessary to be a man, woman, or nonbinary. Never have surgery if you feel unsure or pressured to do so. It is your choice and yours alone on wether you pursue gender affirming surgery. Your identity is valid no matter how your body looks. Content may be mature &or graphic. Proceed with caution.

Resource Description
Non-Binary Phalloplasty Guide to phalloplasty options without vaginectomy, or other non-traditional configurations.
Nulloplasty Information on nulloplasty, also known as smooth bottom surgery (removal of all external genitalia).

Binders, Packers & Boxers

BIND SAFELY. Do not use duct tape or ACE wrap. If you have hypermobility or EDS, be extra careful with binding. You do not need to bind or even dislike your breasts to be a "good trans guy." This idea is untrue and harmful to all trans men, transmascs, nonbinary folk, and detrans women/detransfeminine people.

Resource Description
Point of Pride - Free Binders Provides free chest binders to any trans person who needs one and cannot afford or safely obtain one.
Free Gender Affirming Gear Program Free binder or compression top - "Designed for folks 24 and under who are unable to purchase these items on their own due to financial circumstances..."
Every FTM Packer Ever Spreadsheet comparing nearly every packer on the market.
Binding 101 Safety tips and binder resources from Point of Pride.
How to bind with Tape Safe methods for binding with KT tape/Trans Tape (NOT DUCT TAPE)
Binding with TransTape Another guide on how to bind with KT tape/Trans Tape.

Shapewear & Breast Forms

Some of these resources are volunteer-run charity organizations meant for mastectomy patients. Please do not submit requests for these unless you are in dire need.

Resource Description
Point of Pride - Clothing Resources Free & low-cost gender affirming clothing programs.
Free Femme Shapewear Provides free femme shapewear (gaffs) to transfem folks who cannot afford them.
Free Gender Affirming Gear Program Free shaping underwear or bra inserts - "Designed for folks 24 and under who are unable to purchase these items on their own due to financial circumstances..."
Awesome Breastforms Free handmade breast forms made by volunteers. Prioritizes mastectomy patients but states availability for those with developmental differences.
Knitted Knockers Free handmade breast prosthetics. Volunteer-run, primarily for cancer survivors.
Athleta Empower Pads Lightweight bra inserts (~$20). Realistic feel, good for those with some breast tissue or without.
r/abrathatfits Trans-friendly subreddit for finding a bra that actually fits (notoriously hard for tgirls).
Unclockable high-quality tucking kits (though DIY tape methods also work)
Rubies - Empowering CLothing for Trans and Non-Binary People Created by a cis dad for his trans daughter, Rubies sells gender affirming underwear and swimwear, no tucking or compression, aimed for trans women and girls.
Rubies - Free Swimwear for Families in Need Free gender affirming swimwear for transfeminine children/teens under the age of 19.

General Reading & Culture

Theory, self-defense, legal guides, community history, etc.

Title Description
"Fucking Trans Women" (Zine) Adult Content
↳ PDF DL Link (For archival purposes only, please purchase above if you can!)
By Mira Bellwether. A groundbreaking zine on trans women's sexual health, bodies, and pleasure (NSFW Text and Images)
Hack the System! (Zine) A guide to DIY transition, changing documents, and navigating the medical industrial complex without permission.
Trans Women Self Defense A guide on situational awareness, de-escalation, and fighting back, specifically tailored for trans women.
Género neutro y lenguaje inclusivo Un libro gratis para hispanohablantes sobre lenguaje inclusivo para personas nobinaries.
Trans Reads A massive free online library of trans+ books, theory, and history.
Digital Transgender Archive An online hub for trans history, digitized from archives around the world.

Community & Discussion

Group Description
r/AFABwGD Support community specifically for AFAB individuals experiencing genital dysphoria. 18+
r/AMABwGD Support community specifically for AMAB individuals experiencing genital dysphoria. 18+ - Surgical Results/Genitalia
r/TransDIY Subreddit focused on DIY HRT discussion and sourcing.
Non-Binary Resources Collection of transition resources specifically for non-binary people.

Questioning & Detransition

Gender is complicated. If you are questioning your transition, or deciding to stop, you deserve support that isn't weaponized by political groups. Detransition is not a failure; it is just another part of bodily autonomy.

Voices & Creators

If you know of any detrans content creators who are educational and avoid right-wing, TERF or transphobic rhetoric, please reach out to us at k0lvas@proton.me

Creator Description
Lucy Kartikasari Detrans woman and advocate for trans rights. Educational, compassionate content about navigating detransition.
Aliaxismail Detrans woman sharing her journey of medical transition and detransition, including HRT & breast reconstruction.

Health, Theory & Advocacy

Resource Description
Health Liberation Now! Research collective analyzing the political weaponization of detransition and advocating for trans/detrans solidarity.
Gatekeeping is Detrimental (PDF) Paper by Florence Ashley et al. arguing that restricting trans care actually harms detrans people by limiting their autonomy.
Beyond the Trans-Cis Binary APA guide for healthcare providers on supporting non-linear gender trajectories and detransition.

Support & Directories

Resource Description
Detransition Directory A directory of mental health providers and doctors who provide non-judgmental detransition services.
Detrans Starter Pack A collection of resources, zines, and community links for those just starting to question their transition.
Detrans Support Information and support for people navigating detransition.
r/actual_detrans A non-ideological, supportive space for detrans people and questioners that avoids transphobic narratives.

Crisis, Support & Funding

Organization Description
Trans Lifeline (877) 565-8860. Run by trans people, for trans people. Strict no-active-rescue policy (they will not call cops on you).
The Trevor Project Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth (under 25).
Funding Your Transition A guide by the Campaign for Southern Equality on grants, insurance, and fundraising.
Mama Dragons Support for parents of trans children who want to learn how to be affirming.

Disclaimer & Legal Notice

Educational Purpose Only: Kolvas (including "We," "Us," "Our Website," and "The Website") provides this information solely for educational, informational, and harm reduction purposes. We do not endorse, encourage, or support any illegal activities. Users assume full responsibility for their actions and use this information entirely at their own risk. Kolvas cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect consequences arising from the use of the information provided here.

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