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How To Increase Bottom Growth on Testosterone

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

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Trans Fact or Fiction?: Bathroom Bans Keep Us Safe

Do bathroom bans keep people safe? No. The claim that banning trans people from public restrooms keeps others safe is not based on fact. It is rooted in transphobia and fear, not evidence. The truth is, these laws don’t make anyone safer. Instead, they increase harm, create confusion, and put

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Pride 2025: Voices From Our Community

Pride Month means something different to each of us, especially in 2025. With rampant anti-trans legislation, book bans, and rising hostility in so many corners of the country, finding space for joy can feel complicated. For some, this June is a time of protest. For others, it’s a time to

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trans masculine person sitting on a couch with a notebook. cover photo for how to increase bottom growth on testosterone.

How To Increase Bottom Growth on Testosterone

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

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Letting Go of Shame & Internalized Transphobia

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

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How To Tell a Date or Hookup You’re Trans

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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