Bras not full time in guy mode

[Guest Krisina]

This question is about sports bras for support,concealment not full time in male mode like work not at work too.

I realize when I start hormones. I will have to hide the nipples  and breasts but I'm wondering how you choose a size for a sports bra? I didn't see anything like A size 38 for example sears online and even the sizing I think it's different what do I do and how long after starting hormones do I need to start wearing one? I would actually like to try wearing a bra now just to see what it's like to get used to it. 

How long does it take before nipple breat growth. I know the endios start people off on low a dose at first. I'm in my fourties as a gauge to what I'm curious what to expect at my age. I'm hoping hormones really do help reduce upper body mass.

Krisina

[Cyndee]

Hi Krisina

I own several sports bras, and a few work out tops. I have just followed the manufacturers size charts and have not had any issues with fit, they flex a lot.

I started to want to cover up at about 2 months. The nipples just became tender and sensitive, so covering up was certainly more comfortable. I also use camisoles and body suits (leotards) to keep things smooth underneth. Loose fitting patterned shirts de-emphasize upper torso.

I have enjoyed wearing bras over the years long before starting HRT. As you know I am in my 50's and am quite happy so far at 6+ months. Exercise and HRT have worked in tandem.

Cindy -

[Guest Krisina]

Thanks for the info Cindy. Thank you for the info about sizing and time frame several months on hrt.

You do look great Cindy and you are closer to my age, so it's a good gauge.

Krisina

[Guest nurseling]

Hi Krisina,

I'm in my 40's also. I use sports bras, minimizing bras, and a compression shirt for those times I need to look male again. I've been on hormones for about 20 months now. I started to notice growth, tenderness, around 1-2 months. I didn't have to worry about concealing until about 12-14 months. Sweatshirts work wonders. As for nipples, Walmart sells silicone "petals", for a lack of better words, to hide them. Hope this helped,

nurseling

[Guest Mia J]

I no longer try to conceal but one thing that worked form me in the past was to get some Hanes for Her undershirts in smaller sizes. The compressed everything nicely and there were never any tell tale bra outlines.

I would also wear shirts that were one size larger than I needed.

Mia

[Guest Donna Jean]

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I was on HRT for about a year and a half before I wore anything under my work shirt and that was just to protect the nips...

Other than that the concealment was just in the loose fitting shirts that I used to wear.....

(and, I worked in an "All Male" environment)

Dee Jay

[Guest Krisina]

I started wearing a sports bra finally to get used to it under my clothes even without hrt. So far so good, not noticeable.

I went to a large store chain and found they were on normal bra sizes so it was easy to find my size.

Thanks for all the info. So with YMMV of course with hrt I could get away without maybe concealing for around a year or year and a half but there are things like silicone petals, tighter fitting shirts, loose fitting etc etc.

Good to know in advance.

Thank you

Krisina

[Guest BeckyTG]

When I was first starting out, I found that the "Under Armor" brand tee shirts performed well as a sort of compression shirt. They were not uncomfortable and they spread the girls out nicely. I also always wore loose-fitting shirts and was never noticeable.

Hormones do slowly reduce upper body mass nicely.

Note for those who haven't yet started hormones: As the girls develop, they grow a nice little nodule right behind the nipple. That is extremely sensitive and tender. At that point, the girls don't like getting bounced around and they REALLY don't like to get bumped. You'll develop a whole new respect for filing cabinet drawers and lifting a stack of boxes and letting them flop back against your chest as you carry them. (not). You'll also stop leaning your chest against tall counters.

These are all the main reasons that early girls start wearing a bra in the first place. The bra offers protection from a lot of this.

Hugs,

Becky

[Guest Emilly]

I never took hormones,but I got a b cup not fat real tissue according to my cousins girlfriend. I used to be afraid to show them, but than i stopped caring I go topless at the beach, I wear t shirts and let them be there some people stare but no one say anything.

[MackenzieB]

I've just started wearing a bra to work. The bouncing thing when running down steps was too painful. Problem for me is that when I wear a bra under my shirts, even the ones that a couple of sizes too big, I can't hide anything. So now I'm wearing a jacket all of the time but it doesn't really do too much. Thankfully I only have to do this for 3 more weeks.

[Guest Krisina]

I've just started wearing a bra to work. The bouncing thing when running down steps was too painful. Problem for me is that when I wear a bra under my shirts, even the ones that a couple of sizes too big, I can't hide anything. So now I'm wearing a jacket all of the time but it doesn't really do too much. Thankfully I only have to do this for 3 more weeks.

I'm taking a guess, 3 more weeks full time?

Your bra, was it a sports bra or a regular bra you are wearing to work. I think sports bra's make things lower profile.

Krisina

[Guest ilikepizza]

I’m not full time right now but, I do ware a bra every day under regular T-shirts. So far no one in any of my college classes has said anything or given me a strange look.( I’m tall and slender with A cup sized breasts.)