Learn more about different gender identities, gender expression, euphoria and dysphoria, puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and medical procedures.
This day — this one day in March — is here to recognize and honor anyone whose gender is…
Your identity isn’t up for debate, and neither should your dignity be. Sometimes a nudge…
Without constantly being around people who immediately assume I’m a woman, I feel stronger…
Figuring yourself out takes time. And with something as complex as gender, it’s no…
Two Black transgender artists speak about the roles that art, self-care, and healing play…
Whether it’s not fitting into the role assigned to you, feeling uncomfortable with…
While transgender people have the right to privacy like anyone else (and you probably…
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What does it mean to be cisgender? What does it mean to be trans? And how is gender different from sex? Ahead, answers to…
While some people feel that gender nonconformity is a part of their identity, for others, it’s more of a decision and an…
What exactly does "genderqueer" mean? Here’s what you should know about nonbinary identities, pronouns, and more.
If you're asking "Am I nonbinary?" know that there isn't one way or a right way to be nonbinary. It's about knowing yourself…
The difference between the terms transgender and transsexual depend on the way these words are used and experienced. Here's…
Transfeminine is a broad term that applies to anyone who was assigned male at birth but identifies more with femininity.
Transmasculine is a broad term that applies to anyone who was assigned female at birth but identifies more with masculinity…
Language and labels are important parts of understanding your gender — as well as knowing…
Gender euphoria is the feeling of joy in how your gender is presented and perceived. Let's…
It’s typically difficult to increase the size of your breasts without surgery or hormone…
A breast form, also known as a breast prosthesis, is a bust enhancement solution that…
Those without vision find joy in expressing themselves through makeup.
Mindfulness can lead to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance for transgender people.
Find out how to tuck with and without tape, and what you should know about tucking safety.
When deciding whether chest binding is right for you, it’s important to take both the…
There is no "correct" way to heal after top surgery. Although many people follow a similar…
For transgender men and transmasculine folks, upper body workouts can boost overall health…
The term gender dysphoria has received a lot of attention in the past decade, especially on the political stage. But it isn't…
Gender affirming care refers to social, legal, and medical measures that help people feel safe in their gender. Learn key…
Treating gender dysphoria can help you be more comfortable in your body. But dysphoria may not go away completely. Here’s how…
The effects of puberty blockers are reversible, whether the medication is being used to treat precocious puberty or as a part…
Many transgender men and gender diverse folks use testosterone therapy as a form of gender affirming care. Here's what to…
How long testosterone-related acne lasts varies from person to person. Home remedies, drugstore products, and prescription…
Many government healthcare plans, like Medicare, cover some form of gender affirming care, including surgery. You may still…
You may be able to get top surgery as young as age 16. Your access to affirming care and your ability to pay will also affect…
Preconceived notions and bias can inform research and clinical trials which, in turn, affect the treatments that are based on…
For some transgender people, gender confirmation surgery is an important and affirming…
We explain all about FTM/FTN and MTF/MTN top surgery, including what to expect before and…
Bottom surgery generally refers to one of three surgeries. The first, vaginoplasty, is…
Facial feminization surgery, or FFS, is a surgery that involves the cosmetic modification…
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a woman’s uterus. Learn about how it’s…
Understand more about the metoidioplasty procedure, including how it compares to…
Orchiectomy may be a first step in gender confirmation surgery for transgender women. We…
Learn all you need to know about phalloplasty procedure techniques, risks, and recovery…
A tracheal shave is a facial feminization surgery that's used to reduce the size of the…
What are the techniques of vaginoplasty for gender confirmation surgery? Understand the…
Voice feminization surgery can increase the pitch of your voice, helping you sound more…
Voice masculinization is a way to modify your pitch, articulation, and other aspects for a…