Me already being 5’7 and still a kid: your sad but- thins that can help you grow, food isn’t gonna help it’ll just make you chunky, milk can help, any type of flavor, eat butter with something else sometimes, dont eat stuff with too much oil and salt you can awfully break out, stretch alot, try tippie toeing, cracking your legs to see if you can release tallness, your welcome :)
i started t tonight! my mom even got me a "rebirthday" cake Edit: this comment was made 4 years ago. Honestly, idk i guess this is an update to the comment or whatever? I got top surgery. Woot, this past april actually. I went off t for a while and got pretty depressed actually. Im back on it now. Less dysphoria which is cool. My relationship with my mom isn’t as good anymore. Its actually pretty bad. I’m really sorry some of y’all feel like you cant come out or that it is unsafe to do so. I do check these comments if i see the notification for it pop up or whatever (which ive been seeing them more recently? Been watching to much yt ig lmao)
I am not trans, but I find myself fascinated and proud of trans people transitioning and finally getting what they've always known they wanted; being who they are on the outside as they are in their head.
I'm feeling the same, haha, somehow my recommended section on UA-cam is always full of transgender people so I get to know more and more and it consumes my time, hahaha. But many of them are just such nice and interesting people! Too bad that there are always a lot of negative reactions from ignorant people about who I never understand why they're watching these videos anyway.
that's really funny bc i find cis people really fascinating. i can't imagine not loathing my body or being hyper aware of how masculine I am. also not being terrified every time you go to the bathroom must be pretty cool
I feel you. My dad said that he won't allow me to transition until I'm 25... and I'm currently 15. like wtf? It's not like he's suffering from gender dysphoria...
Remember guys. Testosterone effects everyone differently. Some people get facial hair first and others have to wait a while. Again, it's all genetics. Your best bet is to ask a close, cis, family member like a dad or brother. I learned early on that my dad's voice was the first thing to change and that's exactly what happened with me. He didn't get facial hair until late into puberty so I am not expecting it anytime soon if at all since my brother can't even grow much. But as long as it's in your genes, you'll get there. No need to rush it. It's all good. Everything will happen as it happens. Nothing you do or don't do will ever invalidate your transness. Be safe guys! I love you!!
I just dont wanna be ballddd *sob* my dad is bald but he had long hair but like baldinggg, i dont remember how old he was at this time, like shoot idm balding when being 51 but damn
Also important thing to note about beards, even a ton of cis dudes struggle to grow any facial hair years after puberty. I'm talking all their teenage years there's basically nothing except maybe stubble... Then suddenly something changes and boom, viking beard in the mid 20s. I don't know what that's about (probably genetics again), but it's something to keep in mind lol
Lucky! Already got puberty. It sucks. I haven’t came out as trans yet, I need top surgery if I do transition though. Rest In Peace to myself because I have know for a few years.
Was there a reason to be so rude and insulting? I think he's good-looking. If you agree, cool. If you don't, that's cool too. That's no excuse for being a jerk.
+Hello This is my name it's cool that cis people are willing to be open minded and watch stuff like this. there's a lot of ignorance in the cis community
I'm a cis boy and I enjoy his videos cause they're very informative and I'm a curious person very interested about the trasgender/sexual topic. Besides, he's very cute ^-^
The Apocalypse it's sad how many people are against things like specific sexualitys and genders, and it shouldn't even effect other people!! If someone claims they're a boy then so what? Just let them be a boy!
The Apocalypse I know right it is just ridiculous people are just creating problems out of things that aren't a problem. Also I don't want to sound creepy but I stalked your youtube😁 you a supernatural fan??!!😆
I'm a cis girl, but my friend is currently transitioning FtM and your videos are making it a lot easier to understand what he's going through and how support him. Thank you Jamie!
I find the common question I get is, "dont you get super angry on testosterone?", people get steroids and testosterone confused I think! I have found I am more direct, and I deal with anger differently, but I think most of that is due to confidence. So many people are also convinced that the type of t and the amount is what changes you, it isnt, its genetics! As long as you are at a theraputic level, change WILL happen but the speed and type of changes are completely dependent on your genetics. great vlog, thanks!
13 and trans, Monday I'm getting my hair cut, at 14 or 15 or starting testosterone, 16 or 17 getting top surgery, and if all goes well, 18 or 19 getting bottom sergery ❤️
Doctors, therapist, psychiatrist, nurses and psychologist: Lies, and lies, they are sharing you their lies. And you believe them daily, as you go and ruin your own lives. Lies, oh lies, they know not how to care. They know not how to love, what its to have a heart warmly beating in your chest. They have lost their mind, they have gone mad and they drag you with them into the outer darkness of insanity. Seek ye GOD and get your mind back, get back your life and your will to live, escape the madness.
I've been on T for about a month now and I've noticed that my emotions are much more "controlled". When I experienced any kind negative emotion before T I would channel it out as anger. Now however, I get irritated, but it doesn't spike up as an outburst of emotions. It's extremely relieving. Even if it's a placebo, I'll take it. Haha
solution to not being able to grow taller: many goth shops sell multi-inch platform boots specifically for men! My anticipated height was originally 6'5, but due to an antidepressant I took in middle school, my growth was stunted and I'm at 5'7 for good. I've found pairs that go up to 7 inches, there's probably ones out there that are even taller. Cheers to all, hope your transitions go smoothly!
Interesting to hear the "other side" :3 (I'm a transwoman) Seems like our goals are mostly the opposite - wanting a beard/wanting to get rid of it, fat distribution and so on.
Gah! I hardly know you but I have SO MUCH respect for trans women, as a trans guy, I can’t imagine what it’s like to always be used for propaganda against trans people. No matter what happens, stay strong! 💖💙🤍💙💖
About growing taller on t - You may grow taller if you are still in your teenager years and going through puberty but once puberty is over your bones are set and will not grow anymore
I've been on it for almost 11 months and i feel amazing. Being someone who already works out for Army service and just love to be fit, my muscle increase went up. Its great because now I'm almost passing the Male standered PT test. My battles don't truly understand how amazing it if for me, i feel proud of myself!
I pride myself in being a really kind and patient person, I was scared that being on T could make me super agressive. It's good to know that, if I ever decide to go on T, I will stay soft. ^^
this came up in my recomendations cause i find transition an interesting topic , all those body changes seem so fascinating to me. And omg this guy is so cute
I'm just going back through all your old videos as I'm now 3 days on testogel. Thank you Jamie for everything I've been watching your content for 6 years now and I'm still as sure as I was back then about my identity. Thank you, and stay safe.
I’m not trans but I like to educate myself. I’m always curious about transitions and stuff like this but I’m never sure if asking someone directly is a bit too personal, so thank you for your videos
Hey, glad it was useful :) My opinion is that if someone does not feel they need hormones, or has reasons why they don't want to take hormones, then that's totally fine, it doesn't make them any less trans.
Jammidodger Aww I'm glad to hear that. I have a close friend who is transitioning MTF and she got rid of adam's apple and wants to go through genital removal surgery but she thinks estrogen isn't really a good hormone to inject, meanwhile testosterone is harmless. And some people don't consider her trans.. Anyway your comment really matters as a way of support, thank you :)
OhmySweetlittleBlackheart... There is a MtF on UA-cam who had the surgery in Thailand and never took estrogen. She never got laser or electrolysis hair removal either. I think all she got was genital surgery and breast implants.
Starting Testosterone with the help of puberty blockers at the time of female puberty, you will experience height gain, depending on genetics. Same as prepubescent estrogen for Mtf keeping them relatively short (Jazz, Correy...)
Mephis Dmitri Ah. Thanks. I've got 2 more questions (I know you're probably not a doctor but you seem to be pretty knowledgeable) Ok so say you take puberty blockers, then take T, but have to stop T (For some unknown reason, you just have to stop taking T) Would girl puberty continue or what would happen (im most concerned about whether breasts would continue to develop after stopping T and puberty blockers. Another question would you have to continue puberty blockers while taking T or do you take puberty blockers then stop then take T. Thanks for answering :)
Haha thanks and np. I'm a transman myself so I've been doing research and getting all my info from reputable doctors. I've also been on T for more than a year. Okay so basically after taking puberty blockers you would go on T and then stay on T. Otherwise your body's natural estrogen production is going to take effect and fat that has been distributed where it would be when you were on T would begin migrating back to other areas. I would say you would probably be at risk for breast growth but I can't say for sure how extensive it would be. Once you start T, you have to stay on T otherwise you'll redevelop some feminine qualities and regain your period. Even if you have a hysterectomy (some people do because it won't stop you from getting pregnant should anything happen or to prevent any future periods) to remove your ovaries and such, T is still vital since you won't have that flow of estrogen. Your body needs hormones to keep functioning. But I will add it never hurts to do any research of your own. Whether you plan to transition or not or know someone who is, it never hurts to be informed about the process. :)
You've difficulty crying? That's interesting; when I'm watching dramatic shows or movies, I've no problem turning into a ball of mush. Granted, I'm a cis male, so take that as you will.
It's probably different for everyone. I'm a cis male and I definitely found it harder to cry after puberty than before. Not impossible, just more difficult/less common.
My parents said I can't start T until I'm over 18 and I'm really sad about that because that's not for 3 years, and even then I have to start trying so it could be over 4.
i'm pretty much in the same boat, i'm 16 and even though my therapist says she thinks im ready for T, my mom says that she thinks its too soon to even start talking about it, so most likely i'll have to wait till i'm 18 as well :( stay strong!!
Alex Creed I personally found the process easier as an adult, so it's not that bad. I'm 20, successfully came out at 18. Took a year and a half to accept that I couldn't cure myself of it. In that time I was able to gain acceptance and support from my entire family(including extended), I matured, and I made enough money to transition while being an out of state college student. I focused hard on school until I graduated, so most everything is paid by merit scholarships. Others by need based scholarships. I paid for therapy, legal changes, and HRT by myself, out of pocket, and I did everything in three months. My family helped with my new wardrobe, haircuts, and transportation to everything. Moral of this story: focus on what you can change right now- save money, study hard, legal name change maybe, experiment with your dress style, etc. Stay positive, you'll make it. 👊
I had to wait six years, but not due to age, but finances :( start saving up for your doc visits and prescription refills, it might help you feel more like you're working up towards a goal!
LOL "No magic muscles." 10 days after my first shot I could feel my muscles getting denser, not bigger, nor more definition, just harder. You and I have a similar build, lean like a gazelle -- it's difficult to put pecs on a gazelle -- all the build is in the legs.
Priscilla Borrayo I'm 17 and I am a transgender guy. I told my mum face to face when I was having a melt down and I told my dad in a letter. Then I told my whole year in school by doing five 5 minute presentations and I told all of my friends over text or in real life. Everybody has been completely accepting and I didn't expect anything else (I'm in the netherlands). Sadly the transgender care is super slow in my country so I've been waiting 2 years to finally start T
Jamie I just came out to my parents as Trans ftm and you have helped me understand things I was unsure about! I love your personality and your videos so thank you for helping me on my journey.
sil sil no but seriously I don't understand why you say somebody has autism because they noticed that a mustache is uneven and it's bothering them. That has literally nothing to do with autism. Please explain why you chose to use the word autism in this situation. I also would like to know why you call me stupid, when all I did was quite frankly call you out on misusage of a word, most probably based off of misconceptions and false stereotypes.
Quick question: I'm afraid of needles, like terribly afraid of them and I don't want to get the T injections. I'm starting soon and I need help with which option to decide. Which one is more effective, pills or gel?
I don't know about effectiveness between pills and gel, but you shouldn't take T pills as it can damage your liver, so go for the gel...it's just as effective as shots, just get your levels checked :)
Tyler Blake hey tyler my husband has been on shots for almost a decade and is getting sick of shots! he is looking into pellets that are inserted just underneath your skin! if you have a gf or female spouse gel can be transferred to your spouse quite easily... im not sure youd love your favorite female growing a beard!!!
I believe I heard theres an implant of course this procedure is numbed, which slowly disperses it, no need for extremely often doctor visits or getting lots of injections. do not quote me I thought I heard this a few years ago.
I'm so glad I came across this, my grandmother, and mother, who are the decision makers really told me that I had to wait until after children and college and basically after 40 to get surgery and go on hormones. I know I could just do what I please but I really want them to support me. I know that not everyone wants to but, I eventually do! And maybe that'll change and that's why I'm willing to wait. But the point is my grandmother denied me that because she said "it could change you! You're emotions and personality could change!" And in some cases yes! But I want to change her mind, so im very glad I came across this because it might change my families mind.
Holy crap, I'm so happy I just stumbled on your channel. I ID as transmasculine NB and have been thinking a ton about this stuff lately, whether or not I should start t is what I really think the most about. I'm not even sure if I'm able to do so in my country, but I want to give it a good aul consideration before making my mind up either way. Thank you so much for making videos like these!
Getting T in 4 days! Thanks for making this vid Jamie, it keeps helping even 4 years later Edit; turns out i needed bloodwork aaaaa but i will be getting it soon nonetheless lmao
so im in my philosophy lecture watching this and then 3:43 rolls up..and there you have it, im cry/laughing on my desk while my professor is awkwardly talking about utilitarianism. Thanks Jamie
Hello, I've watched your video from buzzfeed a while ago (actually I've watched it about five times; I love it), and I never knew you had a UA-cam channel. Just today I saw your channel in my recommended (yay) and I've been binge watching so many of your videos, I love them! I know this is kind of random but are you thinking about maybe attending Vidcon in 2017? I would just love to meet you!
I'm actually crying from reading the comments and I'm a cis girl (who hasn't looked much into things like this before). It's just wonderful to see this gigantic support to and from everyone, and to see people embracing themselves and others for who they are and what they want to be, like it should be!
I'm so glad I've found this channel! I've just started coming to terms with my gender dysphoria and I felt very hopeless and this has started to give me some hope. Unfortunately I'm very short and have a very feminine face, so I don't pass at all
It can change the way you smell, yes. I don't know for sure, but I have heard of people saying they thought their dogs noticed the change in smell but that they got used to it. My dog didn't behave any differently towards me.
Peace Dreams how to watch out with smell when your on testosterone. One of the biggest things that your body odor and the smell of anything that comes out of you, like urine and sweat....will get a lot worse. Will my testosterone really started kicking in I had to start putting deodorant on 2 to 3 times a day
Thank you for making these informative videos! My younger brother is transitioning ftm and I've been trying to learn all I can to be as helpful and understanding as possible.
Not me going back and watching a ton of videos about testosterone that I've already watched before even though I already know all of these things. My first shot of testosterone is this Friday! :)
I hadn't been on T more than 2 months, didn't bother working out or changing habits, when my muscle mass increased noticeably, particularly the biceps and calves. I'm an endomorph though - build muscle very easily, but also fat if I'm not careful.
I'm not transitioning or planning on undergoing the procedure, but I love your videos so much and find them so insightful and a pure joy to watch. Keep doing what you're doing! XXX You're also pretty cute hehe ;)
As someone who’s trans and is gonna start getting some of my transformation done, start with testosterone’s. I was wondering do you have to keeping injecting them as you go on in life or can you take pills for them. I saw someone taking pills and then at the same time did some research but I haven’t gotten the answer yet. I was wondering if you could help me understand more.
Hey! Unfortunately testosterone pills can’t exist because they would damage your liver. You don’t have to inject forever, you can stop whenever you’d like, but a few changes would go back (for example, your fat would redistribute back to how it used to). And testosterone gel does exist, if you’d like an alternative to the needles :) hope this helped
First, you're really, really cute. But also, thank you for this video. It was super helpful to me. I was really hopeful about the lessened fat in the chest, but knowing that it's a myth makes it more comforting to know for sure.
I've never considered myself to be Pansexual (I've been feeling bi since I was born) but meeting you (your videos) really changed my mind about it... You're gorgeous. Hugs from Venezuela 🇻🇪 :)
when talking about the feelings slightly changing is true... and it's not extreme... I'm MtF and before estrogen I was really sensitive back then and often at the brink of crying. I suspected that after starting, I would pass the limit and actually start crying, which happened. So for my friends I'm super sensitive and cry really easy. Making a lot of friends and family a bit overprotective. Like I'm made of glass. Some times I must tell them that they don't need to step up for me every time someone makes a mistake.
I don't know how to word this but it'll be ok. there's so much support out there, if it's a family problem try to get away, if you're underage you'll be old enough eventually. You don't need to be around people who try to make you feel bad. If you need help try going to your guidance councilor (you look pretty young) or you can try to call crisis. You don't know how much you can impact the people around you. I don't know how to help with gender dysphoria because i haven't experienced that. but i have so many friends who have it and i had one who took his own life. You just need to hang in there try to clear your mind and surround yourself with good people. ; D
Evidently UA-cam knows that I think you're adorable because it keeps recommending your videos to me. I'm always like, "Who is this dude, and why is this recommended for me?" *clicks on it anyway* "Well, this doesn't relate to me, but goddamn is he adorable, so I guess I'm watching this video now..." I mean... Maybe the UA-cam algorithm gods think this DOES relate to me? Maybe I should be questioning myself more?? Fucking UA-cam, stop trying to tell me who I am! But I guess while I'm here, I'll watch a few more of your videos. :P
depends on your individual body shape, if the curves are mostly bone structure, this wont change but fat that is distributed there will lessen and move elsewhere so curves should lessen after some time if not disappear completely
Quinnton James what it does is it takes your body fat that makes up your curves and makes your face more round and it redistributes it to the front of your body. one misconception is that when you go on testosterone and you lose your curves you're actually losing weight. This isn't always true. You can't lose weight just by going on testosterone or people will be using testosterone injections as a weight loss supplement... What does happen is when you go on testosterone your energy level goes up so your body's demand for calories goes up as well when you don't immediately pick up on this you may lose weight because you don't realize that your body needs more calories. eventually you'll start to get hungry more often or eat bigger meals and then that weight loss won't continue
You've been such an a big help on my own gender wtf journey! I don't think I'm a boy, but I feel like a boy a lot. I love your videos, you're just such a nice and cute guy! I hope you have a lovely day!
have you already made a video on what T *will* change? like I already know about some things but I'm not too informed on the subject (I've been following this trans woman who makes monthly videos about how E has changed her body so I know more about that). it'd be interesting to know more about it, also in case if I actually at some point wanted to transition. I'm nonbinary and for now my dysphoria has never gotten that overwhelming because most of the time I don't actually care about if I look traditionally feminine or masculine but I can't know what the future brings.
Almost Paper Boats omg I laughed way too much at that video. toe hair... 😂 the not being able to cry thing was really surprising but after thinking I remembered reading somewhere that people of the male sex have smaller tear ducts so maybe T shrinks them? that would be a logical explenation for why that happens.
First video I'm seeing of yours, but have to say, seeing how well you pass and how cute you are makes me more confident about my future! definitely going to binge watch all your vids now bye
I'm 13, today, yes, it's my birthday. Anyway, i'm a trans man and i hope, to all my trans friends, a such wonderful day and i hope everything go fine with you guys. Your existence is precious! 😅❤
@@Bee-pb9nj Thank you so much, Bee... Really. I appreciate it. I think that you're a nice person... I would like to meet ya. Anything... my insta is: "Fr3ak._.lolx".
Random comment. You have the same name as me and I am a genderfluid lady with a wonderful trans guy who I knew for 4 years before he came out (2012). Knew him for 5 before we got together (2013) Been together for 4 years and have been besties for almost 9 years (2017)
_"Testosterone will not make you taller"_
*the feeling of an arrow hitting my chest*
_ah.....so..... I'm going to be a short guy forever?...._
Leo _The_Deer me too man 😭
Short kings mama aye!💪
5ft 4.5
:,)
5'2" It's okay, my dude...
Me already being 5’7 and still a kid: your sad but- thins that can help you grow, food isn’t gonna help it’ll just make you chunky, milk can help, any type of flavor, eat butter with something else sometimes, dont eat stuff with too much oil and salt you can awfully break out, stretch alot, try tippie toeing, cracking your legs to see if you can release tallness, your welcome :)
i started t tonight! my mom even got me a "rebirthday" cake
Edit: this comment was made 4 years ago. Honestly, idk i guess this is an update to the comment or whatever? I got top surgery. Woot, this past april actually. I went off t for a while and got pretty depressed actually. Im back on it now. Less dysphoria which is cool. My relationship with my mom isn’t as good anymore. Its actually pretty bad. I’m really sorry some of y’all feel like you cant come out or that it is unsafe to do so. I do check these comments if i see the notification for it pop up or whatever (which ive been seeing them more recently? Been watching to much yt ig lmao)
Jasper the Friendly Ghost that's adorable
Baebles heh i suppose! i was laughing
are you taking a daily selfie? please do and post the result in 4-5 years! congrats!
Felipe Prada oh... um no XD im not
Jasper the Friendly Ghost cute
I am not trans, but I find myself fascinated and proud of trans people transitioning and finally getting what they've always known they wanted; being who they are on the outside as they are in their head.
Couldron_of_Flobberworms this is an amazing mind set. people like you make life worth living for a lot of people
Couldron_of_Flobberworms this is an amazing mind set. people like you make life worth living for a lot of people
I'm feeling the same, haha, somehow my recommended section on UA-cam is always full of transgender people so I get to know more and more and it consumes my time, hahaha. But many of them are just such nice and interesting people! Too bad that there are always a lot of negative reactions from ignorant people about who I never understand why they're watching these videos anyway.
PercussiveMaintenance _ Same.
that's really funny bc i find cis people really fascinating. i can't imagine not loathing my body or being hyper aware of how masculine I am. also not being terrified every time you go to the bathroom must be pretty cool
Me watching this as a trans guy knowing I’m not transitioning till 18+:(;´༎ຶٹ༎ຶ`)
You can't do bootom surgery in my country, sadly
@@emptycinema nooo that’s so sad :(
Same
I feel you. My dad said that he won't allow me to transition until I'm 25... and I'm currently 15. like wtf? It's not like he's suffering from gender dysphoria...
@@remnotrem9962 you can do it with 18 without problem
Remember guys. Testosterone effects everyone differently. Some people get facial hair first and others have to wait a while. Again, it's all genetics. Your best bet is to ask a close, cis, family member like a dad or brother. I learned early on that my dad's voice was the first thing to change and that's exactly what happened with me. He didn't get facial hair until late into puberty so I am not expecting it anytime soon if at all since my brother can't even grow much.
But as long as it's in your genes, you'll get there. No need to rush it. It's all good. Everything will happen as it happens. Nothing you do or don't do will ever invalidate your transness. Be safe guys! I love you!!
+Jay Preis
nobody really says "gals". "guys" can mean boys or girls.
You're right it does. Although me myself am pre-T but I can easily grow mustache or beard
I just dont wanna be ballddd *sob* my dad is bald but he had long hair but like baldinggg, i dont remember how old he was at this time, like shoot idm balding when being 51 but damn
Also important thing to note about beards, even a ton of cis dudes struggle to grow any facial hair years after puberty. I'm talking all their teenage years there's basically nothing except maybe stubble... Then suddenly something changes and boom, viking beard in the mid 20s. I don't know what that's about (probably genetics again), but it's something to keep in mind lol
My brother died. We sound the same
I came out as trans when i was 10 almost 11, i get the blessing that i wont ever need top surgery
Gah! I’m so jealous, hope your happy though! :)
I’m eleven right now and a trans guy how long did it take for your family to get really used to using the right pronouns?
Lucky! Already got puberty. It sucks. I haven’t came out as trans yet, I need top surgery if I do transition though. Rest In Peace to myself because I have know for a few years.
how come u don't need it?
I feel bad for those who matured in that way earlier. I am one of those people, it sucks lol
This is a totally random comment, but my God, are you gorgeous.
You do have low standards
Was there a reason to be so rude and insulting? I think he's good-looking. If you agree, cool. If you don't, that's cool too. That's no excuse for being a jerk.
feverspell Just saying you have low ass standards, but that's okay, you probably can't be too fussy yourself.
Best1nDaLobby Keep digging that hole, sugar. Pretty soon, you'll need a backhoe.
Lauryn Lechtenberg he's obviously never been called gorgeous or good looking ever which is why he's saying all this
I'm a cis girl but I find it really interesting to watch your videos hahah
+Hello This is my name it's cool that cis people are willing to be open minded and watch stuff like this. there's a lot of ignorance in the cis community
I'm a cis boy and I enjoy his videos cause they're very informative and I'm a curious person very interested about the trasgender/sexual topic. Besides, he's very cute ^-^
The Apocalypse
it's sad how many people are against things like specific sexualitys and genders, and it shouldn't even effect other people!! If someone claims they're a boy then so what? Just let them be a boy!
The Apocalypse
I know right it is just ridiculous people are just creating problems out of things that aren't a problem.
Also I don't want to sound creepy but I stalked your youtube😁 you a supernatural fan??!!😆
+Hello This is my name yeah. I love spn
I'm a cis girl, but my friend is currently transitioning FtM and your videos are making it a lot easier to understand what he's going through and how support him. Thank you Jamie!
I got called sir by a teacher at school for the first time today, I nearly cried from happiness!
FOUND A FELLOW TRANS FANDER!!!
I'm a bit late but TRANS FANDER CLUB
this was cool to watch even though I'm not trans or anything .. just interesting 😇
Lauren Elloise same
Honestly, I think its cool that non trans people educate themselves just for the sake so,
ur pic ... say that u are a lesbian honey
Yayha Zouine
She said she wasn't transgender but it doesn't mean she's not anything else
@@yahyazouine8982 the pride Flag doesn't only stand for homosexuality??
I find the common question I get is, "dont you get super angry on testosterone?", people get steroids and testosterone confused I think! I have found I am more direct, and I deal with anger differently, but I think most of that is due to confidence.
So many people are also convinced that the type of t and the amount is what changes you, it isnt, its genetics! As long as you are at a theraputic level, change WILL happen but the speed and type of changes are completely dependent on your genetics.
great vlog, thanks!
I readed 'dont you get super gay on testosterone?' And i almost choked
I should be starting t on Monday! Wish me luck
Good luck! :)
THANK YOU YOU'RE AN INSPIRATION :)))
Luke Fierro I wish you a lot of happiness! Greetings from Switzerland ^^
best of luck!... 😊😊😊
Guys just had my shot thank you all for the support
13 and trans, Monday I'm getting my hair cut, at 14 or 15 or starting testosterone, 16 or 17 getting top surgery, and if all goes well, 18 or 19 getting bottom sergery ❤️
So how's is going?
Has it been going well?
How’s it going now?
how is it now?
I love how we all wanna know how the baby trans has been, but yeah, how have you been bub?
I know this varies but before T I couldn't do a push up, now 2 years on T I can easily do 20. I don't exercise at all.
Doctors, therapist, psychiatrist, nurses and psychologist:
Lies, and lies, they are sharing you their lies. And you believe them daily, as you go and ruin your own lives.
Lies, oh lies, they know not how to care. They know not how to love, what its to have a heart warmly beating in your chest.
They have lost their mind, they have gone mad and they drag you with them into the outer darkness of insanity.
Seek ye GOD and get your mind back, get back your life and your will to live, escape the madness.
You remind me of David Tennant for some reason. Like, a younger version.
It's the nose
Ruby Inferno ikr same
Ruby Inferno Totally unrelated, but I love your guinea pig! I have three girls.
Shortstopization Thanks! :)
Ruby Inferno omg same
I've been on T for about a month now and I've noticed that my emotions are much more "controlled".
When I experienced any kind negative emotion before T I would channel it out as anger. Now however, I get irritated, but it doesn't spike up as an outburst of emotions.
It's extremely relieving. Even if it's a placebo, I'll take it. Haha
i feel so sad about the height one
same...im only 1,66 m... which I think is about 5'5"
FandomTV i'm 5'2" (~1,58m)... :/
I would die for your guy's height. And I'm a 5'9 trans man ;^;
Cazz- erole WHAT CAN WE EXCHANGE HEIGHTS
Ugh
YEAH LET'S. I WANNA BE SMOL
I grew an inch taller within 8 months of starting T. I started taking T at 40.
Ethan James I'm 5'11" so I fucking hope this happens to me
@@tyrozinehappykitchen im 5'3" ,-,
@@kakexun Same ;-;
I'm straight. Can I take that? I'm sorry if I sound ludicrous. I'm ill informed.
Saman Xhetry sexuality and gender identity are two very different things, my friend ^^’
solution to not being able to grow taller: many goth shops sell multi-inch platform boots specifically for men! My anticipated height was originally 6'5, but due to an antidepressant I took in middle school, my growth was stunted and I'm at 5'7 for good. I've found pairs that go up to 7 inches, there's probably ones out there that are even taller. Cheers to all, hope your transitions go smoothly!
Interesting to hear the "other side" :3 (I'm a transwoman) Seems like our goals are mostly the opposite - wanting a beard/wanting to get rid of it, fat distribution and so on.
Gah! I hardly know you but I have SO MUCH respect for trans women, as a trans guy, I can’t imagine what it’s like to always be used for propaganda against trans people. No matter what happens, stay strong! 💖💙🤍💙💖
About growing taller on t - You may grow taller if you are still in your teenager years and going through puberty but once puberty is over your bones are set and will not grow anymore
I may not be trans, but I love seeing people really becoming who they really are :) all my love to anyone on T or waiting for T, way to go guys! ❤️
I've been on it for almost 11 months and i feel amazing. Being someone who already works out for Army service and just love to be fit, my muscle increase went up. Its great because now I'm almost passing the Male standered PT test. My battles don't truly understand how amazing it if for me, i feel proud of myself!
I pride myself in being a really kind and patient person, I was scared that being on T could make me super agressive. It's good to know that, if I ever decide to go on T, I will stay soft. ^^
you'll still be you, I promise!
I just started T yesterday. I thought this day will never come but I'm glad I hanged on and never gave up and your videos help so much ❤️
this came up in my recomendations cause i find transition an interesting topic , all those body changes seem so fascinating to me. And omg this guy is so cute
I'm just going back through all your old videos as I'm now 3 days on testogel. Thank you Jamie for everything I've been watching your content for 6 years now and I'm still as sure as I was back then about my identity. Thank you, and stay safe.
I’m so happy for you, James! Hope your transition goes well :)
I’m not trans but I like to educate myself. I’m always curious about transitions and stuff like this but I’m never sure if asking someone directly is a bit too personal, so thank you for your videos
You have such a warm friendly voice and genuinely warm personality
Hey, this video was really educational :)
What are your opinions on people who consider themselves transgender, but don't want to use hormones?
Hey, glad it was useful :)
My opinion is that if someone does not feel they need hormones, or has reasons why they don't want to take hormones, then that's totally fine, it doesn't make them any less trans.
Jammidodger Aww I'm glad to hear that. I have a close friend who is transitioning MTF and she got rid of adam's apple and wants to go through genital removal surgery but she thinks estrogen isn't really a good hormone to inject, meanwhile testosterone is harmless. And some people don't consider her trans.. Anyway your comment really matters as a way of support, thank you :)
OhmySweetlittleBlackheart... There is a MtF on UA-cam who had the surgery in Thailand and never took estrogen. She never got laser or electrolysis hair removal either. I think all she got was genital surgery and breast implants.
Jay Preis SHE already had surgery
Jay Preis **she.
These are things I wish I knew before starting T as well. Haha.
Starting Testosterone with the help of puberty blockers at the time of female puberty, you will experience height gain, depending on genetics. Same as prepubescent estrogen for Mtf keeping them relatively short (Jazz, Correy...)
Megan Brunson So if you take puberty blocker before you take T, then take T, will breasts still develop?
Nope. You'll be getting male hormones so you'll go through, essentially, male puberty.
Mephis Dmitri Ah. Thanks. I've got 2 more questions (I know you're probably not a doctor but you seem to be pretty knowledgeable)
Ok so say you take puberty blockers, then take T, but have to stop T (For some unknown reason, you just have to stop taking T) Would girl puberty continue or what would happen (im most concerned about whether breasts would continue to develop after stopping T and puberty blockers.
Another question would you have to continue puberty blockers while taking T or do you take puberty blockers then stop then take T.
Thanks for answering :)
Haha thanks and np. I'm a transman myself so I've been doing research
and getting all my info from reputable doctors. I've also been on T for
more than a year.
Okay so basically after taking puberty blockers you would go on T and then stay on T. Otherwise your body's natural estrogen production is going to take effect and fat that has been distributed where it would be when you were on T would begin migrating back to other areas. I would say you would probably be at risk for breast growth but I can't say for sure how extensive it would be.
Once you start T, you have to stay on T otherwise you'll redevelop some feminine qualities and regain your period. Even if you have a hysterectomy (some people do because it won't stop you from getting pregnant should anything happen or to prevent any future periods) to remove your ovaries and such, T is still vital since you won't have that flow of estrogen. Your body needs hormones to keep functioning.
But I will add it never hurts to do any research of your own. Whether you plan to transition or not or know someone who is, it never hurts to be informed about the process. :)
Bailey Hart not everyone has parents that acknowledge their childs feelings BAILEY
You've difficulty crying? That's interesting; when I'm watching dramatic shows or movies, I've no problem turning into a ball of mush. Granted, I'm a cis male, so take that as you will.
YOUR JUST A BIG BALL OF HAPPINESS
It's probably different for everyone. I'm a cis male and I definitely found it harder to cry after puberty than before. Not impossible, just more difficult/less common.
My parents said I can't start T until I'm over 18 and I'm really sad about that because that's not for 3 years, and even then I have to start trying so it could be over 4.
i'm pretty much in the same boat, i'm 16 and even though my therapist says she thinks im ready for T, my mom says that she thinks its too soon to even start talking about it, so most likely i'll have to wait till i'm 18 as well :( stay strong!!
Alex Creed I personally found the process easier as an adult, so it's not that bad. I'm 20, successfully came out at 18. Took a year and a half to accept that I couldn't cure myself of it. In that time I was able to gain acceptance and support from my entire family(including extended), I matured, and I made enough money to transition while being an out of state college student. I focused hard on school until I graduated, so most everything is paid by merit scholarships. Others by need based scholarships. I paid for therapy, legal changes, and HRT by myself, out of pocket, and I did everything in three months. My family helped with my new wardrobe, haircuts, and transportation to everything. Moral of this story: focus on what you can change right now- save money, study hard, legal name change maybe, experiment with your dress style, etc. Stay positive, you'll make it. 👊
I had to wait six years, but not due to age, but finances :( start saving up for your doc visits and prescription refills, it might help you feel more like you're working up towards a goal!
Atleast it's now 2 years max :)
Are you on T now ? Hope you're doing great
LOL "No magic muscles." 10 days after my first shot I could feel my muscles getting denser, not bigger, nor more definition, just harder. You and I have a similar build, lean like a gazelle -- it's difficult to put pecs on a gazelle -- all the build is in the legs.
"monthly occurence", haha, that's a very gentle way of putting it
great timing I'm starting T in two weeks (finally lmao)
Water V Congrats!
Water V CONGRATULATIONS!!
Water V how old is u and r u going FTM?and was it hard coming out cuz I'm having trouble coming out
^Same.
Priscilla Borrayo I'm 17 and I am a transgender guy. I told my mum face to face when I was having a melt down and I told my dad in a letter. Then I told my whole year in school by doing five 5 minute presentations and I told all of my friends over text or in real life. Everybody has been completely accepting and I didn't expect anything else (I'm in the netherlands). Sadly the transgender care is super slow in my country so I've been waiting 2 years to finally start T
Jamie I just came out to my parents as Trans ftm and you have helped me understand things I was unsure about! I love your personality and your videos so thank you for helping me on my journey.
Congrats on coming out to your parents, that's a big step, I hope it went well! Thank you :)
One side of your moustache is longer than the other
And it bugs me
jorja taylor
awh fuck now i cant stop staring at it
how does autism have to do with anything?
sil says the guy who uses "yu" instead of "you"
sil oh fuck off
sil sil no but seriously I don't understand why you say somebody has autism because they noticed that a mustache is uneven and it's bothering them. That has literally nothing to do with autism. Please explain why you chose to use the word autism in this situation. I also would like to know why you call me stupid, when all I did was quite frankly call you out on misusage of a word, most probably based off of misconceptions and false stereotypes.
You're cute... your face is seriously so gorgeous
I was looking everyday to your channel in case u made a new video and here it is! Yay
I love watching your videos
I've been enjoying your channel for over a year, so I'm happy your cheery wave & " Bye" at the end has continued this whole time ✌
things that testosterone probably will change:
~ Boxy shape
~ Hungry
~ Horny
~ Facial hair
~ Hairy arms
~ Hairy legs
So I will have a male body?
yes
I just told my parents that I'm ftm trans. They support me and are calling me Graham. I am going to the psychiatrist and doctors as well
So how's it going?
How did it go?
Quick question: I'm afraid of needles, like terribly afraid of them and I don't want to get the T injections. I'm starting soon and I need help with which option to decide. Which one is more effective, pills or gel?
I don't know about effectiveness between pills and gel, but you shouldn't take T pills as it can damage your liver, so go for the gel...it's just as effective as shots, just get your levels checked :)
Tyler Blake hey tyler my husband has been on shots for almost a decade and is getting sick of shots! he is looking into pellets that are inserted just underneath your skin! if you have a gf or female spouse gel can be transferred to your spouse quite easily... im not sure youd love your favorite female growing a beard!!!
I believe I heard theres an implant of course this procedure is numbed, which slowly disperses it, no need for extremely often doctor visits or getting lots of injections. do not quote me I thought I heard this a few years ago.
You can also use patches
I'm so glad I came across this, my grandmother, and mother, who are the decision makers really told me that I had to wait until after children and college and basically after 40 to get surgery and go on hormones. I know I could just do what I please but I really want them to support me. I know that not everyone wants to but, I eventually do! And maybe that'll change and that's why I'm willing to wait. But the point is my grandmother denied me that because she said "it could change you! You're emotions and personality could change!" And in some cases yes! But I want to change her mind, so im very glad I came across this because it might change my families mind.
Omg You're so handsome, like I'm totally falling for you
Jorge A. Coronel too bad he's taken
+Le Ralle Omg are u serious?:( is a he or a she?
Jorge A. Coronel a she as far as I know
Jay Preis He’s a boy he doesn’t even look like a girl dummy
@@鏡音リン-x8p I think they meant the partner
Holy crap, I'm so happy I just stumbled on your channel. I ID as transmasculine NB and have been thinking a ton about this stuff lately, whether or not I should start t is what I really think the most about. I'm not even sure if I'm able to do so in my country, but I want to give it a good aul consideration before making my mind up either way. Thank you so much for making videos like these!
your cat is very cute! I can see the kitty on the couch in the background 😂😂
Yomaly Barrera OMG MAKE A KITTY VID LOL😻
Getting T in 4 days! Thanks for making this vid Jamie, it keeps helping even 4 years later
Edit; turns out i needed bloodwork aaaaa but i will be getting it soon nonetheless lmao
LUCKY 😡 anyways I'm happy for you sir 😉
so im in my philosophy lecture watching this and then 3:43 rolls up..and there you have it, im cry/laughing on my desk while my professor is awkwardly talking about utilitarianism. Thanks Jamie
Can I just say, thanks to all you guys putting up videos like this, it really helps lessen the stress and misinformation.
I'm 14,coming up to 15, hello Im Aidan, Veronica at birth, I'm trans ftm and I really find your videos a huge help and inspiration
the way i just rewatch jamie’s old videos bc his energy is so soothing to have around
Hello, I've watched your video from buzzfeed a while ago (actually I've watched it about five times; I love it), and I never knew you had a UA-cam channel. Just today I saw your channel in my recommended (yay) and I've been binge watching so many of your videos, I love them! I know this is kind of random but are you thinking about maybe attending Vidcon in 2017? I would just love to meet you!
Hey, thank you! :) I would love to go, but it would depend entirely on how much time and money I have :P But I will post about it if I am going to go
Oh ok! Thank you! (ily :) )
How tall are you love?
I have a friend who just came out as trans and I started to watch your videos. It helped me understand what he is going through. Thank you :)
I'm actually crying from reading the comments and I'm a cis girl (who hasn't looked much into things like this before). It's just wonderful to see this gigantic support to and from everyone, and to see people embracing themselves and others for who they are and what they want to be, like it should be!
I'm so glad I've found this channel! I've just started coming to terms with my gender dysphoria and I felt very hopeless and this has started to give me some hope. Unfortunately I'm very short and have a very feminine face, so I don't pass at all
Oh, my other concern is smell. does It change the way you smell? Will your dog dont recognice you afther T? It could sound weird, sorry.
It can change the way you smell, yes. I don't know for sure, but I have heard of people saying they thought their dogs noticed the change in smell but that they got used to it. My dog didn't behave any differently towards me.
Peace Dreams how to watch out with smell when your on testosterone. One of the biggest things that your body odor and the smell of anything that comes out of you, like urine and sweat....will get a lot worse. Will my testosterone really started kicking in I had to start putting deodorant on 2 to 3 times a day
I noticed more sweat also, and more of a musky smell.
Ryan H. Lesley Wilson I already have to this. Im a little worried on how bad it will get
I have been wondering this too.
Watching you gives me so much hope. I'm twenty, waiting for insurance for T, but on bad dysphoric nights your videos always make it easier.
This really helped me, I’m a ftm trans and really need good information on t to explain to my parents why it’d help
Thank you for making these informative videos! My younger brother is transitioning ftm and I've been trying to learn all I can to be as helpful and understanding as possible.
I'm wondering, does T give you an adam's apple? I've seen conflicting information about it.
Kellen Riley its all about genetics. T can make an adams apple more visible but for others you might not get a super visible one
Kellen Riley I definitely got one from being on T so yes it is possible 😊!
It depends. Check your family members (bio males) to see if they have one. If they have a prominent one, there's a good chance you'll get it too.
Oh I didn't know you could get an adam's apple from T, I was always wandering about that. My father has a prominent one, so I guess I have chances :D
Lightning23
Everybody has Adam's apple, but it's usually more prominent in bio males..
You are aesthetically pleasing and your voice is nice to listen to
Not me going back and watching a ton of videos about testosterone that I've already watched before even though I already know all of these things. My first shot of testosterone is this Friday! :)
Congrats!
Can I just say that you're adorable?? I'm so envious of your voice, I'm still waffling on the idea of HRT but your voice is pretty persuasive.
I hadn't been on T more than 2 months, didn't bother working out or changing habits, when my muscle mass increased noticeably, particularly the biceps and calves. I'm an endomorph though - build muscle very easily, but also fat if I'm not careful.
I love how his face is so expressive especially his eyes and brows wow
as a trans guy I would just like to-- holy fucc a *CAT* in the background, I love her
I'm not transitioning or planning on undergoing the procedure, but I love your videos so much and find them so insightful and a pure joy to watch. Keep doing what you're doing! XXX You're also pretty cute hehe ;)
You are such a lovely person. I love your videos! :)
You are adorable.. Thank you for making these vids to help educate the population. It is much needed.
I was focusing on your cat in the background lol.
Haha, to be fair he is more interesting than me
Jammidodger Aw that's not true.
As someone who’s trans and is gonna start getting some of my transformation done, start with testosterone’s. I was wondering do you have to keeping injecting them as you go on in life or can you take pills for them. I saw someone taking pills and then at the same time did some research but I haven’t gotten the answer yet. I was wondering if you could help me understand more.
Hey! Unfortunately testosterone pills can’t exist because they would damage your liver. You don’t have to inject forever, you can stop whenever you’d like, but a few changes would go back (for example, your fat would redistribute back to how it used to). And testosterone gel does exist, if you’d like an alternative to the needles :) hope this helped
he's so cuuuuuute ahhhhhh
First, you're really, really cute. But also, thank you for this video. It was super helpful to me. I was really hopeful about the lessened fat in the chest, but knowing that it's a myth makes it more comforting to know for sure.
I’m very short and dysphoric about it..glad to know when I start T I’ll remain short :’)
ok have u heard of danny devito
I've never considered myself to be Pansexual (I've been feeling bi since I was born) but meeting you (your videos) really changed my mind about it... You're gorgeous. Hugs from Venezuela 🇻🇪 :)
Rebeca Centeno You can be bi and be attracted to trans people...
thanks for making these videos!!
I find you and your transformation incredible. I'm so happy it all worked out for you.
I'm so sad. I'm a guy and I can't even grow a beard :(
when talking about the feelings slightly changing is true... and it's not extreme... I'm MtF and before estrogen I was really sensitive back then and often at the brink of crying. I suspected that after starting, I would pass the limit and actually start crying, which happened. So for my friends I'm super sensitive and cry really easy. Making a lot of friends and family a bit overprotective. Like I'm made of glass. Some times I must tell them that they don't need to step up for me every time someone makes a mistake.
Jammi.... I've been so sad.... I just need help..... I hate feeling so trapped
Jakob Plessinger hey, are you ok? What's going on.
isabel I just feel stuck in my body... I wanna start T... but the hoops are never ending
I don't know how to word this but it'll be ok. there's so much support out there, if it's a family problem try to get away, if you're underage you'll be old enough eventually. You don't need to be around people who try to make you feel bad. If you need help try going to your guidance councilor (you look pretty young) or you can try to call crisis. You don't know how much you can impact the people around you. I don't know how to help with gender dysphoria because i haven't experienced that. but i have so many friends who have it and i had one who took his own life. You just need to hang in there try to clear your mind and surround yourself with good people. ; D
Jakob Plessinger you're gonna be ok pal, always have hope and look to the future. You'll get there.
Stfine Ortat that's fantastic advice
Evidently UA-cam knows that I think you're adorable because it keeps recommending your videos to me. I'm always like, "Who is this dude, and why is this recommended for me?" *clicks on it anyway* "Well, this doesn't relate to me, but goddamn is he adorable, so I guess I'm watching this video now..." I mean... Maybe the UA-cam algorithm gods think this DOES relate to me? Maybe I should be questioning myself more?? Fucking UA-cam, stop trying to tell me who I am! But I guess while I'm here, I'll watch a few more of your videos. :P
Uplifting and informative, thankyou!
you're so cutteee
he's so cute omg
if anyone is wondering, if you start hormone blockers when you aren’t finished growing, when you take testosterone you will continue to get taller
does T make ur curves "disappear"
depends on your individual body shape, if the curves are mostly bone structure, this wont change but fat that is distributed there will lessen and move elsewhere so curves should lessen after some time if not disappear completely
Meghan James if your bones have grown and you've gone through puberty then no.
Quinnton James what it does is it takes your body fat that makes up your curves and makes your face more round and it redistributes it to the front of your body. one misconception is that when you go on testosterone and you lose your curves you're actually losing weight. This isn't always true. You can't lose weight just by going on testosterone or people will be using testosterone injections as a weight loss supplement... What does happen is when you go on testosterone your energy level goes up so your body's demand for calories goes up as well when you don't immediately pick up on this you may lose weight because you don't realize that your body needs more calories. eventually you'll start to get hungry more often or eat bigger meals and then that weight loss won't continue
possibly
Obviously if on a skeletal level your hips are wide, no. But if its just tissue/fat/etc, yes.
You've been such an a big help on my own gender wtf journey! I don't think I'm a boy, but I feel like a boy a lot. I love your videos, you're just such a nice and cute guy! I hope you have a lovely day!
woo!! i'm 13 and starting T in like april?! i'm so excited!!!!!!
@@BluePineappleCoasters thank you so much kind stranger!!
Hi i have a grandaughter who is going to transmissions frm ftm. Your video really helped me to learn ins and outs. Thank you!
have you already made a video on what T *will* change? like I already know about some things but I'm not too informed on the subject (I've been following this trans woman who makes monthly videos about how E has changed her body so I know more about that). it'd be interesting to know more about it, also in case if I actually at some point wanted to transition. I'm nonbinary and for now my dysphoria has never gotten that overwhelming because most of the time I don't actually care about if I look traditionally feminine or masculine but I can't know what the future brings.
There's a video by him called "things they don't tell you about testosterone" which could help
Almost Paper Boats oh, thank you! I'm gonna watch that right away :) (even tho I should go to sleep)
Almost Paper Boats omg I laughed way too much at that video. toe hair... 😂 the not being able to cry thing was really surprising but after thinking I remembered reading somewhere that people of the male sex have smaller tear ducts so maybe T shrinks them? that would be a logical explenation for why that happens.
ShieniLicksOnLemons yeah I suppose so
You're welcome :D
First video I'm seeing of yours, but have to say, seeing how well you pass and how cute you are makes me more confident about my future! definitely going to binge watch all your vids now bye
I'm transgender myself , I don't think I'll come out anytime soon ...I just can't ... But thanks for sharing this
The Crippling Depression I came out and my mom disowned me :(
Allie De Stefano lol !
The Crippling Depression y is it funny to you that my mom disowned me?
Allie De Stefano it's really funny tbh
Allie De Stefano Omg how terrible!!! I'm so sorry!!! :( :( how are you holding up? do you have where to stay?
You're funny guy! Informative, but also naturally funny. With a lovely smile. Thanks for clearing up the myths. (when you could get the words out! 🤣)
I'm 13, today, yes, it's my birthday. Anyway, i'm a trans man and i hope, to all my trans friends, a such wonderful day and i hope everything go fine with you guys. Your existence is precious! 😅❤
happy (very) late birthday! im 13 and trans too (however im non binary)
@@Bee-pb9nj Thank you so much, Bee... Really. I appreciate it. I think that you're a nice person... I would like to meet ya. Anything... my insta is: "Fr3ak._.lolx".
Random comment. You have the same name as me and I am a genderfluid lady with a wonderful trans guy who I knew for 4 years before he came out (2012). Knew him for 5 before we got together (2013) Been together for 4 years and have been besties for almost 9 years (2017)