I was supremely anxious about starting for a long time, worried there would be sudden changes that would disrupt my social life or that I would get cold feet.
I am sure that any body differences I am seeing are mostly in my head because it has been such a short time, but I am more confident than ever that I am on the right path, at least. I feel really good, and I had some talks with friends about this transition and they were all really supportive. I had the DIY HRT tab open in my browser for like six months, so I am glad that I finally got over my fear and. (I going through PP and not doing DIY)
Just wanted to let you all know how it’s been going!
Congrats!
Have you ever used a coin flip to help decide between two options you’re stuck between, where the act of flipping the coin helps you to realise what you were hoping for the whole time? I’ve heard starting HRT compared to this, because before starting, there’s usually a period of “ohgodohgodohgodohgodohgod is this the right thing to do? Aaaaaaaaaaaa”, and then after starting, a comparatively serene period of “yes, this is right for me”
Even though the body changes at this stage are small, the mental impact of starting HRT can’t be overstated. I had a friend who seemed like a transformed person from the very first pill she took; she told me her pills contained two things: estradiol valerate, which takes a while to take effect; and hope, which kicks in instantly.
Anyway, I’m happy for you OP, thanks for sharing