curious

[Guest G_Unit]

Hey Ladies,

I am really curious to know how much role genetics play during initial transition. Some people say they have a lot some people say otherwise.. So if someone can help ease my mind and help me understand how much of a role they play in transitioning, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Stacy

[Charlize]

If you mean what role do they play in how we develop during HRT, a great deal. It is considered a rule of thumb that our breast development will mirror that of our sisters or mother. Mine has fallen short so far but then again i didn't start HRT until my 60's.

If you mean is their a genetic predisposition to being transgendered, i'm not sure but doubt it. That being said i must note my grandson has some issues that time may further develop.

Hugs,

Charlize

[Carolyn Marie]

I echo Charlize's statement, Stacy. On the second issue she mentioned, I know of no statistics to bear this out, but I do know of at least four instances in which siblings or children of transfolk are also TG. Whether that is statistically significant is impossible to say.

Carolyn Marie

[Guest G_Unit]

So since i'm in my late 20's and should be starting HRT next month I have a good chance mirroring my mom's breast size (which is mostly why i'm asking this question) when she was my age. I was really wondering what my cup size would be and I've been getting mixed answers as to how much role Genetics play in transitioning. I mean i'm hoping to end up with a C/D cup size. I think mom was in that cup range when she had my younger brother. So it's been some what of a worry of mine that I wouldn't have breasts that look natural to my body size. Now I can let my mind rest cause if I'm as correct as I think I am, I will have breasts that some what mirror my mom's when she was my age.

Thanks a lot.