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Time and again, you hear of a missing person's report and killings of individuals who had gone to link up with someone they met on a dating site. The risk is even high with our minority group; they have been instances where some of us have been beaten up, raped, or even killed for being who we are.

All in all, this shouldn't put a halt on our quest to find someone who will love, care, and cherish us. Online dating is a new way of meeting people, and it is here to stay. The next time you download a new Transgender Dating App for Android or Transgender Dating App for iOS, ensure you uphold safety when using the app.

 A laptop, phone, or tablet can't show you a person's true nature; it will mask who they are. Below is a way to help you navigate the use of a transgender dating site safely.

  Unfamiliar photo

In filling in your details, don't use the same profile photo you use in other social media accounts; use one which is unique and not on any social media platform.

  Do not disclose your personal information 

When creating your profile, leave out all details that can point out who you are, such as social media handles, contact information, etc.

  Use the app 

It is advisable to keep all communication through the app; you may find someone, and after a couple of dates, start to feel comfortable and decide to take the conversation out of the app. Yes, it is convenient to do so, but it is also dangerous. When the relationship doesn't work out, you are safe since the other party doesn't have your number; maintaining communication inside the app offers you protection until you fully know the person.

  Get a Google phone number 

After going on a few dates with this person, it's only normal to change numbers eventually.  You can set up a Google phone number and forward it to your phone; this is safe than giving your cell phone number.

  Be cautions when meeting

While using a dating site for trans woman, you always have to be on high alert. It's not advisable to let someone you have met online to know where you live. When you guys have a date, meet in a public place and use your means of transportation. Before going out for the date, let someone close to you know where you are going and how long the date will last. During the date, share any alarming scenario or any change of plan with a friend or relative.

Don't leave your drink halfway when using the restrooms, every time you walk out, ensure you have finished your drink or food, or get a fresh one. The first few dates are advisable to keep them short. At any point, you feel your safety is compromised exit the date immediately.

Put your safety first when using a transgender dating site to look for a lifetime partner. There are many creepy people out here hiding behind their keyboards.

Trans man chest reconstruction surgery is a solution for transgender men, especially for individuals who wish to achieve a more masculine appearance. This surgery is done by removing the breast or just reducing its size.

The ultimate goal of this procedure is to align your physical characteristics with your internal self-recognition and how you want the world to see you. The relief surgery gives to make you feel comfortable, and enhance your feeling of self-esteem and body confidence.

Surgical procedures have potential complications and intricacies; it is crucial to maintain realistic expectations. It is almost impossible to predict the outcome of Trans man chest reconstruction surgery or the changes that might occur post-surgery. For lots of trans men, binding of the chest tissue can cause a variety of health issues. There can be issues of reduced lung capacity, and even broken ribs if improper techniques are used. Choosing a reputable surgeon and knowing what results to expect is a way to ensure you’re receiving the highest standard of care.

There is no better way of building self-confidence than taking risks. Taking risks shows that you are confident in yourself and your abilities. However, you do not have to do something scary or dangerous to achieve this. Simply getting out of your comfort zone and trying something new would be enough. In essence, this point is all about living your life to the fullest. You may not like the outcome of something you do, but you may forever regret not giving yourself the opportunity to try. 

Trans man chest reconstruction surgery is a life-changing experience; it will take time for your chest to heal and go into its new position - sometimes up to a year. Another vital thing to note is that some added procedures might be necessary to give you the result that you desire. Generally, the success rates of this surgery are in the percentage of 90s.

Many MTF trans woman finds it difficult to fully embrace their femininity. This is understandable given that most of them grew up as men and, therefore, were accustomed to manly behaviors. To fully embrace your femininity as a trans woman, you must constantly strive to be more ladylike. You must think and behave in a womanly fashion, and you must drop any traits that make you look less feminine.

Being feminine is often described by traits such as gentleness, elegance, stylish, and respectful. If you want to get a head start on your journey to embracing femininity, you need to cultivate some of these traits. To make sure you’re on the right path, below are some pitfalls you need to avoid as an MTF trans woman.

Being Too Aggressive

Growing up as a man might have made you a bit aggressive in response to negative situations. However, you need to put a leash on your aggression if you want to be more ladylike. This requires a certain degree of self-discipline. In fact, one of the vital qualities of a woman is self-control. A woman rarely engages in minor fights that could develop into something worse. It is better to walk away with your dignity still intact than to walk away with both your dignity and your face in tatters.

Showing Too Much Skin

Every woman loves to feel pretty and hot. However, even though showing a lot of skin is becoming a fad, you should avoid it as an MTF trans woman By showing too much skin, you risk being trashy rather than classy and hot. As a rule of thumb, only show off one part of your body at a time. When you do choose to reveal a part of yourself, make sure to leave something to the imagination. Showing less skin not only gives you intercourse appeal but also helps you come across as classy.

Not Minding Your Ps and Qs

Embracing your feminine side requires you to be more polite and compassionate as well. You need to be respectful to everyone around you. Using polite words such as “please” and “thank you” will certainly help in this endeavor. Also, if you go to a party, avoid getting drunk or wasted. Being drunk and being ladylike are not compatible.

Not Grooming Yourself Properly

Being feminine requires a certain level of hygiene and grooming. It is recommended that you clean and dress suitably before going out. This includes being physically clean, wearing nice make-up, and dressing fashionably. Dressing stylishly and applying makeup properly will certainly help you give a lasting feminine impression to whomever you meet.

If you are an MTF transgender woman or are in the process of transitioning, looking good is probably high on your list of priorities. In fact, a transgender woman has a reputation for being fashion icons. They push the envelope when it comes to beauty and style. If you are an MTF trans woman and you want to spice up your appearance, one of the best places to start is your face. Your face is the first thing people notice about you, and it plays a major role in how feminine you are perceived. If you want to come across as feminine during a first impression, then you must learn and master the art of applying make-up. Below are some insightful tips that will help you learn to apply makeup appropriately and beautifully.

If you are an MTF trans woman, you have probably made many adjustments during and after the transitioning process. Because you grew up male, there are some things you have to learn now in order to be a woman. Luckily, there is a lot of information available to help you become the female you always dreamed of. To be good at applying make-up, you must be knowledgeable about the ins and outs of it. Researching is a good way to sharpen your knowledge on how to apply make-up. Through researching, you will be able to learn important information, such as what brushes to use, the colors that complement your skin tone, and so much more.

Buy Quality Products

To apply makeup beautifully, you must first have the right tools and products. As mentioned above, you must first make sure that you know which brushes and products are the best. However, you should note that quality products come with a hefty price tag. However, they do not need to cost an arm and a leg either. The key is to invest in some expensive products and choose less expensive options in other areas. Quality brushes are one good set of products to invest in because they offer you more control when you apply your makeup. Quality brushes are also beneficial because they are more durable.

Never Ignore Your Eyebrows

Never make the mistake of leaving your eyebrows ungroomed. However, grooming your eyebrows does not necessarily mean that you pluck them. The point of eyebrows is to frame the face, so cleaning up wayward strands is all that is necessary. You can reshape and tame the rest of them with eyebrow wax.

Plump Lips

it is undeniable that fuller lips are sexier. To have full lips without giving off a intercourse doll vibe, you should line the lips slightly outside the natural line. Next, you should use a lip brush to fill in your lips with your chosen lipstick. Then, powder the lipstick lightly and carefully dust away from the excess. Finally, reapply the lipstick one more time. This ensures that your color will remain vibrant even for a whole night out. If you cannot seem to get the shape you want, visit a professional to learn how to achieve the right look.

There is no cookie-cutter path to become a confident MTF Trans Woman. You will at times find yourself stumbling in your quest to embrace your femininity. When you stumble, find yourself envious, or compare yourself to other cis-woman, know that you are not alone. Many MTF Trans Women fall into the pit of comparing themselves with cis-women.

It is often said that comparison is the death of joy. In fact, it is one of the surest ways to lower your self-esteem. But how do you stop comparing yourself to others? Below are some valuable tips that will offer you an answer.

Realize that Comparing Yourself is Destructive

While comparing yourself to others is fairly normal behaviour, it can be self-destructive in many situations. This is because each person is their own worst critic, meaning when we compare ourselves to others, we tend to judge ourselves more harshly. The first step to stopping this behaviour is by consciously realizing that it is destructive. You may always find cis-women to be pretty, but their beauty has nothing to do with yours. You are beautiful in your own way separate from them.

Focus on Yourself

For you to make positive strides on your journey to embrace your femininity, you should compare yourself only to yourself. When you look at yourself in the mirror, smile more vibrantly than you did yesterday. Think about what you have achieved and all your potential for the future. When you compare yourself to yourself instead of other cis-women, you will be more appreciative of your uniqueness. Additionally, this process helps you feel good about yourself without necessarily having to think less of others.

Be Kind and Polite

The way you treat others often reflects the way you feel about yourself. As a result, showing compassion for yourself allows you to be more compassionate towards others and vice versa. If you tend to criticize other people, you will likely be more critical of yourself. However, if you are kind to others, you will almost certainly be kind to yourself.

Focus on the Positives

Every person has flaws. A guaranteed way to magnify your flaws out of proportion is by comparing yourself with other people. People tend to present the best of themselves to the outside world both in person and on social media. You are likely comparing your flaws with the best the other person has to offer; it is not a fair comparison. Instead of comparing yourself with other people, try to focus on the positive aspects of yourself and your life. Make it a habit to think positively about yourself and others.

People are very good at reading body language. They can tell whether you are confident in yourself or if you are tense and nervous just by looking at you. Additionally, male and female body language has some distinct differences in style. As a result, it is important to know what kind of body language is attractive as an FTM transgender male. If you understand and practice attractive body language techniques, you will not only build your confidence but also enjoy an unrivaled masculine image.

Understanding what constitutes as male body language and knowing the influence it has on other people can be very advantageous, particularly when you are dealing with women. If you want a woman to find you irresistibly attractive, then you must know how to project attractive male body language. However, it is worth mentioning that body language is only part of the equation. You must also develop an attractive personality. Below are some tips that will teach you how to display an attractive male body language.

It is said that women often have some difficulty when it comes to developing self-confidence. They tend to focus on building others up rather than helping themselves. For an MTF Trans Woman, things can be even more challenging. Therefore, it is important for MTF Transgender Women to take some time for self-confidence development. Luckily, self-confidence can be mastered via learning, and even if you stumble here and there, you can succeed if you persevere. Here are some tips that will help you bolster your confidence as an MTF Trans Woman.

The ability to relax can be advantageous when developing self-confidence. First, you must identify the situations that trigger nervousness. Once you know the types of situations that make you feel tense or uncomfortable, you will be in a position to make adjustments so you can relax. For example, if you know you are about to enter a situation that naturally fills you with apprehension, try to think about happy things. The mental distraction allows you to calm yourself and relax.

While mental relaxation is important, you also need to ensure that your body posture is relaxed. You should relax your facial expression when talking to people as well. Once you practice these tricks, you will not only be able to relax but also be able to enjoy yourself even in situations that used to make you tense.

Focus on Your Strengths

Focusing on your good points is a great way to build self-confidence. In order to focus on your strengths, you must kill negative thoughts. It is especially important to be aware of your self-talk – the way you think about yourself. You should always avoid negative self-talk as it often has a negative impact on confidence.

Groom Yourself and Dress Nicely

Looking good often translates to feeling good. When you have confidence in your appearance, your general self-esteem also increases. On the other hand, nothing kills your confidence more than a messy, dirty appearance. However, dressing nicely does not necessarily mean that you need to wear expensive clothes. All you need are clean, well-fitting clothes that show off your best features.

When a transgender woman finally agrees to a first date, you will definitely be on cloud nine. However, now comes the tricky part: Where do you go on your first outing together? Being prepared for your first date is crucial to its success. The first date should be casual, but not so laid back that it seems unplanned.

Your first date with a transgender woman should give you a chance to chat and get to know each other more. Therefore, you should choose a place with a good atmosphere that gives the two of you a chance to converse freely. If you do not have any ideas for a good first date location, continue reading the following tips to find one.

This is the simple yet rewarding location for a first date. Choosing a good bar can be a little tricky, so choosing a location with a relaxed or intimate atmosphere is best. An ideal bar for the first date should be dimly lit and relatively quiet. This works well because it creates a good ambiance and actually allows you to hear each other during conversation.

Meeting for coffee is another great first date idea. If you are on a tight budget, this is ideal because coffee is relatively inexpensive. The simplicity of a coffee date is another positive attribute because, with fewer variables, your date is more likely to end successfully. Given that coffee dates are almost always in the morning or afternoon, it makes things a bit more casual and friendly than an evening date. However, if you want to increase the romance, you can choose a coffee shop with a more intimate vibe.

A dinner date is one of the best ways to add a bit of romance to your first date with a transgender woman. Although this idea sounds like a no-brainer, many people actually get it wrong because they pick the wrong venue. For example, it is highly recommended that you avoid fancy restaurants because your date might expect nothing short of five-star treatment on every date. Keep things relatively casual, to begin with, and save the fancy places for special occasions.

A day at an amusement park is another perfect first date idea. It provides you and your partner with plenty of time to talk and have fun. When people have fun, they tend to let their guard down. As a result, you will get to know more about your date as a person. Additionally, unlike the other ideas, being at an amusement park offers many opportunities for physical contact with your date.

The internet has opened up a whole new world of magical possibilities, exciting permutations and combinations! Especially when it comes to dating, the online medium is indeed a blessing. It offers you the convenience of looking for the right person at leisure, from the vantage point of your own terms and conditions. When you are looking for a trans girlfriend, the internet is your saviour, quite literally so.

Finding a trans girlfriend offline is not easy, if not altogether impossible. However, finding a trans girlfriend online is not that difficult. You just need to know the right kind of dating sites featuring the profiles of trans women and you are good to go.

It’s always best to do some research beforehand. Given the sheer number of sites for transgender dating, it might all be a bit confusing for you initially. Everything might just appear a bit too overwhelming. But if you manage to do some preliminary research with a cool head, you will certainly figure out how to go about it.

This article is going to offer you a couple of tips that would help you find a trans girlfriend online. And these tips are hopefully going to make the whole journey of finding a trans girlfriend easier and exciting!

What Kind of Trans Girlfriend You Are Looking for?

Now even if you wanted to date a cis woman, this question would certainly pop up. When you are looking to date somebody online, you need to be specific in your criteria. It is not like walking into a random bar and striking a conversation with any woman that catches your fancy!

Online dating is certainly very different from that. So, if you are looking for a trans girlfriend, the next question you go to ask yourself is, ‘what kind of a trans woman am I interested in’? Are you looking for someone very young and possibly naïve? Do you have those romantic notions of dating a very young and impressionable trans woman and sweeping her off her feet? Or do you want to date somebody older and experienced?

Do you have any particular preferences in terms of looks – height, eye colour, figure, whatever? You also need to have a certain idea about what is it you are looking for in your prospective girlfriend mentally. Would you like your trans girlfriend to be a movie buff? Would you love it if she is as passionate about music as you are? Are you looking for a girlfriend who is a book lover? Basically, you need to figure out your own interests and then decide to what degree would you want these to be reflected in your prospective partner’s personality.

Before zeroing in on prospective trans dating sites, you also need to figure out certain practical points. Are you ok with dating a trans woman who lives in a geographically distant location? Or would you rather date someone who lives locally?

Most importantly, you got to figure out what kind of relationship you are looking for. Are you only interested in exploring the option of online dating and not taking it beyond that? Or are you seriously looking at meeting your prospective trans girlfriend offline at some point in time and then take it from there?

So, you need to ask yourself all these questions before you take to a specific dating site and start checking out the profiles of various trans women.

Check the Profiles Carefully

Now some people have this habit of just literally drooling over a profile pic they like and then not check anything else on the person’s profile! Do not do that! No matter how hot and irresistible her profile pic is, just a pic is not going to seal the deal for you. Do read her profile carefully, especially her ‘criteria ‘for a partner.

Has she mentioned very specific things about the kind of partner she is looking for? Or is she open to different kinds of people? If she is open to diversity, well and good. But if she is super specific about the traits she is looking for in a partner, express interest only if you closely fulfil that criteria. Otherwise, it’s a waste of time for both of you.

Also, do check if her age in her profile pic matches the age she has mentioned in her profile. This is crucial because if there seems to be too much of a difference, then you have no way to find out what she actually looks like now until you meet her.

Do a bit of Investigation from Your Own end

Now that you have figured out the exact site for dating a trans woman and are actually chatting with your prospective trans girlfriend, it’s about time for some investigation!

Many people have the habit of exaggerating their strengths and credentials online. Some even make up stuff. That is the issue with the online medium. You can be chatting with someone day and night, get absolutely carried away. And then when you finally meet them in person, you can be super shocked as to how on earth the two seem like completely different people in terms of behaviour and credentials.

So, you have to be constantly on your guard while chatting with your prospective trans girlfriend. This obviously doesn’t mean that you go nuts and ruin any beautiful, genuine conversation between the two of you. Communicate with the other person with an open heart and conscience. However, do keep an eye out for discrepancies. If they frequently say things during your chat sessions that stand at odds with the information they have mentioned on their profile, then these are the red flags.

Also, if you find the persona they are portraying while chatting as a bit too good to be true, then also it’s reason enough to be on your guard.

It’s better to be a bit careful while chatting with someone before you make the big move of asking out your prospective trans girlfriend offline!

Focus on Genuinely Connecting with Her

You have started chatting with a trans girl on the dating site. The two of you seem to be getting along well. It’s all good. So just try to build it up organically through chatting.

Do not rush into asking her out. Focus on creating a solid rapport. Get to know her at all levels. First, try to build some sort of intimate emotional chemistry with her. And when that chemistry is good enough, the two of you will meet offline. It will be a natural progression. But don’t force it. Let it happen organically.

Listen to Her Carefully

Now, this might sound clichéd but it’s a very important step in dating that most of us ignore. When we are communicating with someone online, we get so carried away by our emotions and thinking that we hardly listen to what the other person says.

If you have to win the heart of your trans girlfriend, listen very carefully to whatever she says. As a woman, she will love it when you pay genuine attention to whatever is saying. Try to remember minute details about the conversation you had with her during your previous chat session.

Seeing that you pay such close attention to the online time spent with her will make her genuinely admire you and desire you.

Do not ask her Uncomfortable Questions About her Past or her Body

You are looking for a trans girlfriend online. You have met an interesting trans woman and the two of you have gotten chatting. But you have no right to ask her uncomfortable questions about her body or her past life. Such questions would definitely turn her off. And it would also be rude and disrespectful by any stretch of the imagination.

She is a beautiful lady who deserves your genuine attention, love and respect. She is not some fetish who is out there to satiate your curiosity on what it is like to date a trans woman. So, maintain those boundaries. Do not ask her uncomfortable questions about her past. Interact with her as you would with any cis woman.

As your relationship moves forward organically, the chances are the two of you would meet offline as well. Even then, do not intrude into her personal space. If she has to share some things with you, she will do so whenever she feels like it. But do not like a hammer it into her head all the time that you are dying to know how it is like to be a trans woman. That would be utterly disrespectful.

If you follow the right approach while communicating with that special someone - your prospective trans girlfriend on a dating site, then who knows a beautiful life-long relationship might just be round the corner.

You just have to take things slowly, organically, not intrude into your trans girlfriend’s private space and be genuinely interested in what she says and how she says it.

Your dressing sense goes a long way towards people creating a certain image of you. It sounds clichéd but it’s true. Saying that you are essentially the clothes you wear would be probably going too far! But still, the clothes you choose to wear define your personality. As a FTM transgender guy, you can use your fashion sense to your advantage. The way you dress is very important for projecting a strong male image.

You are out there in the open now, eagerly waiting for the world to embrace your beautiful manhood. And that world, in evaluating your charisma as a man, is going to constantly check out what you are wearing.

However, the whole experience of buying men’s clothes can be intimidating for a FTM transgender guy. It’s a whole new experience for you. If you have a small body or big hips for instance, then you would think finding the right male clothes that would fit you well is even bigger a challenge.

But with a few tips and tricks, you will be ready to embrace your masculine self! And not just get by but perhaps come out with flying colours!

Buy Clothes that Fit You Well

This is the most basic and common-sensical tip for anyone. But still, people fail to follow this simple adage.

Many FTM transgender guys commit the cardinal sin of buying baggy, oversized clothing. They have the perception that bigger and looser clothes would somehow make them look bulkier and more manly. Nothing can be farther from the truth. Clothes that literally hang on your body just make you look boring and old.

So, it is important to buy clothes that fit you well. Not too tight but not overtly loose and baggy either. It has to complement your body.

This becomes even more important while you are shopping for jeans or trousers. Jeans too tight on the waist would look awkward and would also make you immensely uncomfortable while you are sitting down or simply moving around. Jeans too loose would also be totally unflattering to your body.

Well fitted clothes give the impression of a confident personality. As a FTM transgender guy, it is super important to appear confident and articulate. On the contrary, ill-fitting, baggy clothes give the impression of someone who doesn’t take care of themselves.

Remember that as a FTM transgender guy, perception goes a long way towards people accepting you in your manly image. And well-fitted clothes help create that perception.

Do not be Conscious about Your Size

Do not stress over your body supposedly not fitting a generic male body parameter. Rather, dress according to your body type and you are bound to look good.

If you have a somewhat smaller body, do not get conscious of it. Just look for clothes in the boy’s section. Well-fitted clothes give the impression of a fit, toned body, irrespective of one’s body size. So, if you are very small size, do not get obsessed with getting bigger. Just find the right clothes that complement your body type.

If a FTM transgender guy has bigger hips that can also become a cause of concern while shopping for male apparel. Men’s trousers usually don’t have room for big hips. But it’s not impossible to find one that would sit well on your hips. So, no matter what, do not get conscious about your size. Always buy clothes that fit you well, even if that involves putting in a bit of extra hard work!

Just remember that if you buy trousers with the right cut, you can minimize the appearance of a heavy waist. Taper cut pants are also a suitable option for a FTM transgender guy with larger thighs.

Yet another trick is to move a size or two up with the waist but opt for a trend like skinny fit. This would make the trousers sit beautifully on your legs while hiding your waist.

So, whether you are a small guy or unusually big by general standards, do not get nervous and do not lose confidence. There are all sorts of sizes available these days. As long as you don’t get obsessed with the idea of forcefully trying to change your size or body type, you will be fine.

Your Clothes Should be Your Personal Statement

Now, everyone is unique. And that is precisely why no two people look the same, even if they have put on similar-looking clothes! As a FTM transgender guy, do not feel compelled to copy the fashion choices of cis guys or anyone else, for that matter. Create your own fashion statement.

Have fun with what you wear. If you like colours bring on the blues, reds, pinks, whatever! If you are enamoured by anime, video games, let your t-shirts showcase that side of yours. You don’t have to resign yourself to wearing boring whites and greys just because you want to project a certain male image.

As a FTM transgender guy, you are certainly projecting a male image. But one that’s uniquely you. And the man who is not afraid of being himself takes up his sexiness quotient by a few notches!

So just remember that your sartorial choices should be an extension of your personality.

Use Clothes with Patterns to Your Advantage

Now, this is a practical necessity.  As a FTM transgender guy, it is important to hide or camouflage any bumps on your chest. So, you have to super careful while wearing t-shirts with patterns or stripes.

A golden rule to follow in this case is: the more random or asymmetrical the pattern is, the better it is. A random or asymmetrical pattern with help you camouflage the bumps in your chest area better. When the pattern is not symmetrical, the human eye gets somewhat confused. Such a pattern would then not draw overt, exclusive attention to your chest area.

So, buying clothes with patterns is great. But you have to be careful as to what kind of patterns are these and if you can use the design to camouflage any bulge on your chest.

Check Out What FTM Trans Icons are Wearing

Now, this is an exercise that can be both fun and inspiring! You can check out the profiles of FTM trans icons on social media sites like Instagram and check out what they wear, how they carry themselves.

As a FTM transgender guy, following a celebrity who has probably had the same share of struggles as you can be a major confidence booster. There are times when we need role models to fall back on not because we are not sure of ourselves but simply because we perhaps need a new perspective to look at our own self.