Category: Gender Affirming Procedures

When deciding to commence with a chemical transition from male to female, there are many variables to consider. For patients who want or plan to have biological children in the future, taking traditional female hormones—namely estrogen—can pose problems for sperm production. But, does estrogen make MTF women infertile? The exact effects of estrogen on future […]

Transgender women face many challenges when it comes to presenting their identity. Beards can become problematic, even with regular shaving. Transgender women often face a constant battle with the beard shadow that can appear on the same day they shave. Additionally, shaving your face constantly can create skin problems and further increase a beard shadow.    […]

For some people transitioning from male to female, taking estrogen hormones is a natural part of their transition. Known as a “chemical transition,” estrogen causes several changes to the body that make it appear more feminine. One of the most noticeable changes is the redistribution of fat from areas where males hold fat to where […]