The Journey Continues

[JocelynG]

So for those who don't know me. I am currently in the process of transitioning and have been meeting with a therapist for the last few months. Well last week I asked my therapist the age old question of when I would be ready to start HRT and he told me I was ready and could start now.
So I got to my session today and the topic of HRT came up again. He told me the name of the endocronologist he works with and asked me if I had any concerns with her being a woman etc. I told him there were no concerns, just as long as I can get on hormones ASAP lol. So he told me he will try to get the letter out this week and told me we wouldn't need to meet much unless a concern or issue comes up or I take my next step which would be RLT. So anyways I am now waiting patiently yet frantically for that letter to come.:daydreaming: I will let you know when I receive it and when I am scheduled for my endo appointment.:)

[deja true]

Congratulations Jocelyn...

We anxiously wait with you.

The stories of every girl here are important.

And we all learn something about ourselves through the lives of our sisters and brothers.

Keep us in mind, dear one. Keep us informed.

respect & love,

deja

:<3:

[natasha]

Good for you Jocelyn!!!

I too got my referal yesterday, and of course called and made the my appointment today!! August 21 can't come fast enough. I am nervous and scared but so excited at the same time. Another step down the road I knew I would travel someday!!!

[AmberTG]

Geez, don't you just hate having to wait so long to get started?!

[JocelynG]

Thank you Deja I will definitely keep everyone updated.Natasha congrats to you. I know how you must feel.If you need someone to talk to feel free to e-mail me anytime. Amber yes it just seems like it is taking forever and he just told me this afternoon lol

[Steph Butterfield]

Hi Jocelyn and Natasha,

Congratulations to both of you.

xx



Stephanie

[GypsyKaren]

Jocelyn and Natasha, that's very good news and I'm happy for you both!

Karen Starlene :star:

[Kaitlyn Michele]

congrats ladies and keep everybody in the loop!!

istarted 2 weeks ago...i feel so much better about myself even though i'm not ready to transition.

i live almost totally as a guy right now, but taking the hormones hhas really improved my mental health and i don't feel so overwhelmed with "need" anymore...i just feel good

i cat wait to hear how you do on them
:daydreaming:

michele

[JocelynG]

Thank you Stephanie, Karen, and Michele. That is awesome you feel that hormones have helped your mental state.I hope they do the same for me.Only time will tell:)

[Suzy Harrison]

That is wonderful news and I know just how excited you're feeling.

I'm seeing my specialist in 4 days time. I'm not nervous - I just can't wait to see him!

I'm very envious of you !

:hugs: Suzy

[Steph Butterfield]

Hi Suzy,

I hope it goes well for you, no need to be nervous, just be your confident woman self.

Stephanie

[JocelynG]

Yay.I received my recommendation letter for HRT today. I am so excited. Now I just need to call and set up an appointment. I will let you know how it goes. I do have a question for those on HRT though. My therapist recommended Premarin and I haven't heard good things about that one. Is there a way I can get prescribed with something else when I see my endocronologist? Any info would be helpful.Thanks

[Sharon]

Very cool on the recommendation, Jocelyn! :)

I'm sure your endo would be willing to prescribe another med for you if you ask. Your therapist may just assume Premarin is the hormone of choice since it's the most well known.

[carolinoakland]

Yay! Good for you! I'm just starting to see a therapist. And I don't know where I'll end up, but it's going to be a much happier place than I am now. Which is still happier than I was a year ago, so there's always movement. Just not when you want it, what's the old saying.... " If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans. " Carol

[JocelynG]

Thank you Sharon and Carol.I am going to be calling tomorrow to set up an appointment. I am way excited.

[helenr]

Best wishes Jocelyn. It is a bold journey you undertake but you are young and determined and all is possible. good luck, helen

[GypsyKaren]

That is good news! You can ask for generic Estrodiol, I think it's cheaper than Premarin and it doesn't come from horse urine, I think they use giraffe sweat.:heehee:

Karen Starlene :star:

[JocelynG]

Thank you Helen and Karen

[Empress Lainie]

[quote=JocelynG;1381192]So for those who don't know me. I am currently in the process of transitioning and have been meeting with a therapist for the last few months. quote]

Congratulations Jocelyn wish you well and godspeed.

[JocelynG]

Thank you your Majesty Empress Lanie:heehee:I lived in Henderson for quite a few years of my life so I know your area well. So as an update I made the appointment and I am seeing the endocronologist on the 20th,which is next Wednesday. I am excited. I will let you know how it goes,what she says etc. Wish me luck

[Siobhan Marie]

Jocelyn, I'm so pleased for you hun. If you need someone to talk to, you can PM me anytime xx

[JocelynG]

I went to my appointment and I have decided to wait on HRT until October when I can get on my SO's health care plan through her work. So unfortunately I have to put that on hold for now, but it will save money if I have insurance so I guess it will be worth it.I will continue to let everyone know about my progress

[Joy Carter]

Congradulations Jocelin

[JocelynG]

Thank you Joy. I am excited for what is to come

[Sally24]

It's great when I read about all you girls moving forward in your lives. Do your research, find out what you want and what you need.....And Go For It!

[GypsyKaren]

Jocelyn, you're doing good and October isn't that far away, it will all be good.

Karen Starlene :star:

[JocelynG]

Thank you for all your support Sally and Karen.