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Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) celebrates the cultures, histories, and contributions of Latin American communities in the United States. For trans Hispanics, everyday life can mean navigating not only anti-trans laws but also anti-immigrant bias — from clinics to workplaces to public spaces. Even though not all
Do trans people want genetically related kids? A large study conducted by the clinical research team with Plume Clinic says yes, some do. When we talk about trans healthcare, we often focus on the basics: access to gender-affirming care, hormones, and surgery. But for many trans and gender-diverse people, there’s
Accessing gender-affirming care shouldn’t be hard. That’s why trans telehealth services (like Plume Clinic) make it easy. In a time when trans people are facing increased scrutiny, harassment, and even criminalization in some areas, being able to access care securely and privately is more important than ever. Whether it’s long
Medically Reviewed by Amanda Pittelli, NP Do you want to increase your bottom growth but aren’t sure where to start? It can sometimes feel like the first rule of bottom growth is “don’t talk about bottom growth.” You can see plenty of “this is my voice after X weeks on
We live in a world that sends trans people a lot of harmful messages. Over time, those messages can take hold in our thoughts and self-image. Even when we’re working to undo them, they can resurface in subtle ways you might not expect. For many trans people, shame and internalized
Dating as a trans person can bring up a lot of questions, especially when it comes to disclosure. Should you tell someone before the first date? After? What if you’re not ready, or if you’re still figuring things out yourself? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but what is true is that
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