DIY HRT & Trans Resources
The government should not police trans people's bodies. Learn about endocrinology before you start fiddling around, though. WPATH underdoses transfems. Trans/Detrans solidarity.
If you're looking for resources regarding steroids, you may find it here. But remember, physique and gains are never worth your life, bro.
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Hormonal Transition (DIY)
Kolvas does not condone, encourage or support illicit drug production or usage. Nor do we provide legal counsel on the legality of drugs, or how to source them. Materials are provided solely for educational purposes and for harm reduction.
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Erin's Informed Consent Map | A map of informed consent HRT clinics for trans people, made by Erin Reed (@ErinInTheMorn). |
| Transfem Science | Exceptional resource for self-educating on transfeminine hormone therapy. |
| DIY HRT Wiki | Learn about DIY HRT. |
| DIYHRT.info | Learn about DIY HRT. |
| Transfem DIY HRT (PDF) | PDF re: DIY HRT Transfem. |
| Transmasc DIY HRT (PDF) | PDF re: DIY HRT Transmasc. |
| DIY HRT Zine | Free, requires checkout. Personally, I put a spoof address. |
| HRT Cafe | Sourcing HRT. |
| HRT Coffee | Sourcing HRT. |
| HRT Cat | Start learning how to compound your own DIY HRT - estrogen specific. |
| TransDIY.org | A site similar to this one, focused on DIY HRT. |
| r/TransDIY | Subreddit focused on DIY HRT. |
| r/Estrogel | Make your own estrogel...works with other hormone compounds. |
| Estradiol Stickies | Make your estrogen pills last a million times longer by turning them into stickies. |
Binders, Packers & Boxers
BIND SAFELY. Do not use duct tape. If you have hypermobility or EDS, be extra careful with binding.
Most cis guys are not flat, and people don't look at your chest nearly as much as you think.
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Every FTM Packer Ever | Comprehensive spreadsheet of packers. |
| Point of Pride - Free Binders | Free chest binders for those who cannot afford or safely obtain one. |
| Binding 101 | Tips to bind your chest safely. |
| How to bind with Tape | Safe methods for tape binding (NOT DUCT TAPE). |
Shapewear, Undies & Breast Forms
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Free Femme Shapewear | Free compression underwear/gaffs for transfemmes in need. |
| Knitted Knockers / Awesome Breastforms | Free handmade breast prosthetics. Designed for mastectomy patients but available for those with developmental differences. |
| Athleta Empower Pads | Lightweight bra inserts (~$20). Realistic feel, good for those with some breast tissue. |
| r/abrathatfits | Trans-friendly subreddit for finding a bra that fits. |
| Point of Pride - Clothing | Free & low-cost gender affirming clothing resources. |
Legal & Other Resources
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Hack The System! (Zine) | Guide to changing your name and gender in the USA by Luna Caballero. |
| Self Defense for Trans Women | Not HRT related, but important to know. |
| Género neutro y lenguaje inclusivo | Un libro gratis para hispanohablantes sobre lenguaje inclusivo para personas nobinaries. |
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