Starting Hrt At 40

[Guest tulsun01]

I am 40 years old, in good health, get mistaken for being in my late twenties quite often.....After years of thought, I have began speaking with a doctor about starting transition. We are discussing beginning HRT. I wanted to know if anyone has had experience with someone my age starting transition.results of HRT, etc.

I am excited about this beginning, but also wanted to touch base with others about these questions. Thank you for your time.

[Guest Donna Jean]

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Good morning, Hon!

Welcome to the Playground

I'm Donna Jean....

Have a seat and I'll get you some hot coco and a plate of Sally's cookies..ok?

Now, I'd like to ask you to be sure to have a look at the forum rules...there's a link at the top of most pages...It says “Terms & Conditions..

And, we moderate this site to keep it safe for everyone..

Let me get to your question....

I'm 60 now...started HRT at 57...I now live full time and totally pass...

My friends Sally and Lizzy, here are about the same age and they live full time, also....

Many of us here are 40 years old and above...and it's totally doable...actually I wish that I had started this at 40.

There is every reason to believe that you'll have good results...

When you get 5 posts you can access the Private Messenger and look at others profiles and see their pictures...

I think that you'll be surprised at what some of the "older" girls look like!

It's nice to have you!

HUGGS

Donna Jean

[Guest NatashaJade]

Hi there!

I started hrt a year ago (at 39, but don't tell anyone...the hormones make me look like I'm 32 ). The fact is, your mileage may vary (YMMV). You'll hear that a lot. It depends on your genetics. But you can see how it has affected many of us and get some basic ideas. Read through the forums. There are a lot of us who have happily shared our experiences here and always feel free to ask questions. We'll answer as we can.

xoxo

Natasha

[Carolyn Marie]

Hi, Tulsun.

I'm another late bloomer; I started HRT almost a year ago at the age of 57. While its only been 11 months, I've seen good changes.

People tell me I look younger, my skin is smoother (although on my face, that's more the effect of laser hair removal), I have

fewer wrinkles, my breast development is coming along nicely, and body fat elsewhere is beginning to migrate to the "correct" areas.

From what I've seen, the changes are not as dramatic as they are for young people, but the changes are significant and real, and

very, very welcome.

You're mileage may vary, but I'm sure you'll be pleased.

Carolyn Marie

[Sally]

Good Morning

Starting HRT at 40 is no problem at all, I am the Sally that Donna Jean mentioned and I started my HRT at the age of 58, the results are good but as I am a great deal overweight, i had a head start on the hips and bust - the good news, as I lose weight the fat goes away from those areas last!

The main thing is when you are making comparisons to natal females and we all do, be sure to compare yourself to natal women of your age - not 19 year old super models, just mid to late thirties to mid forties women and you will be amazed at how easy it is to fit right in.

Good luck and remember, you can always talk to us, we have either been there, are there or are on our way there.

Love ya,

Sally

[Guest Emily_MI]

I am 40 (started HRT at 39) so I was hesitant as well when starting HRT at my age (not that I am old, lol) but as the other girls have said it depends in your body chemistry and everyone is different in how HRT will effect you. There are some pretty amazing changes after you are HRT for about a year to a year and a half (going on 7 months for me right now) but just keep positive about it and try to stay patient is the key!! Good Luck!!!

~Hugs~

-Emily

[Guest therisa]

Hello, my name is Therisa and I started hormones, when I was 38 and two years later, am passable without wearing any make-up. So, it is possible to transition, at our age. Welcome to Laura's.

therisa

[Guest tulsun01]

First, my thanks to all of you for such uplifting responses:)!! As I wrote I have been wanting to do this for years...and now I am so ready to begin. I agree..a super model 19 year old is not what I am hoping for My biggest hope is that the relief I am feeling now for taking the first step will continue Thank you again:)

[Paula ult]

Welcome Tulsun,

I am 58 i started transition 2-1/2 years ago, been full time 1-1//2 years, i have no problems passing makeup or not, look at my gallery and you will see what hormones did for me, everyone is different and YMMV, when i tell people i am 58 they say no way, they think i am in my 40's then i have to show them my drivers license.

Paula