Thank you, once again, for your thoughtful approach Dr. Webberley! I agree; the stories of transmen do need to be told. In Portland years ago there was a conflict where some lesbians worried about trans women harming them or their rights. It was a trans man who played the leading role in getting a group of lesbians and trans women together to hear each others' stories. A role that helped bridge a perceived divide.
Hi Seth, thank you so much for sharing that. It always amazed me just how invisible trans men can be. I used to take worried Mums to my window overlooking the street below my clinic room. They would worry that their son might spend his life being othered. But honestly, who knew which of the men walking below were trans and which weren't. Like you say, just a straight male.
Indeed. Having lived this life such that I have, watching developments more closely in recent years, especially with regard to women’s sports -- I see the most compelling case EVER, especially for trans-girls who experience dysphoria, to receive puberty blockers. I cannot think of a more life-saving use of that medication that’s been used primarily for precocious puberty -for decades.
Thank you, once again, for your thoughtful approach Dr. Webberley! I agree; the stories of transmen do need to be told. In Portland years ago there was a conflict where some lesbians worried about trans women harming them or their rights. It was a trans man who played the leading role in getting a group of lesbians and trans women together to hear each others' stories. A role that helped bridge a perceived divide.
Yes, more stories of transmen! Thank you!!!
Lots of trans guys have contacted me wanting to help, so I am delighted!
I am so happy to hear that! We need to hear their stories. And you creating a safe container where they can do so is such a gift! Thank you.
I’ve had some lovely replies and I can’t wait to share them!
And I can’t wait to read about the beautiful diversity of their lives!
Thank-you for sharing your work Dr Webberley and thanks to the ones sharing their life journey with all.
My pleasure. It’s so great to have this visibility ❤️
Hi Seth, thank you so much for sharing that. It always amazed me just how invisible trans men can be. I used to take worried Mums to my window overlooking the street below my clinic room. They would worry that their son might spend his life being othered. But honestly, who knew which of the men walking below were trans and which weren't. Like you say, just a straight male.
Indeed. Having lived this life such that I have, watching developments more closely in recent years, especially with regard to women’s sports -- I see the most compelling case EVER, especially for trans-girls who experience dysphoria, to receive puberty blockers. I cannot think of a more life-saving use of that medication that’s been used primarily for precocious puberty -for decades.
Exactly! If you don’t want them have an advantage in sports, then block their testosterone puberty!
Thank you for sharing, for this gift of a glimpse into your life. We all need to hear a variety of stories.