I know you've heard it a million times before, but NEVER bind with bandages! Ever! And tape is even worse. You will end up with a seriously misshapen ribcage, and could even die. So please, don't bind with bandages. It's not worth the risk.
If you want to make a safe makeshift binder, use a pair of tights. Cut the legs off, and cut a hole in the crotch for your head. You can use a couple of pairs of tights, and use tights that are too small for you for best effect.
If you're lucky enough to be able to buy a binder, I've heard that gb2c and Underworks are the best. There's also a company called Bareskin, which makes skin-coloured binders that are safe to swim in. Don't sleep in a binder, don't wear it for more than eight hours, and don't wear it when you're sick.
If you don't have the money, save up and get a job if you can. Big Brothers, along with other companies, give free or cheap binders. Also, you could set up a GoFundMe.
The best advice I can give about chest dysphoria is to follow the same rule as a tightrope walker does: don't look down.
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FtM Survival Guide
RandomThis is the ultimate guide to being Female to Male transgender. It will include tips on passing, coming out, lowering testosterone levels, building muscle, and many other things. This account is a friendly place, and feel free to comment or message...
