It was a long time ago. Trannyweb was what this online... moreIt was a long time ago. Trannyweb was what this online community was originally called. We had to change the name because the word ‘tranny’ became increasingly toxic and we had to change our rickety old software because the developers would no longer support it.
I vaguely remember we had asked the existing members to come up with a new name and Gender Society won. I think a lot of our members at the time wanted us to distance our community from the other cattle market sites out there so we needed to sound more respectable.Trannyweb was a busy and vibrant community though (started in 1999) with lots of people online at any one time. The forums were the jewel in the crown as you can see from the huge number of threads and forum posts (which by the way, are still available today).
The transition to The Gender Society took place in 2011. Unfortunately, a lot of the long-time regulars who used to be permanently logged in, didn’t like the change... less
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Gender variant (trans or transgender) people are relatively rarely seen in GP surgeries. Many GPs say that they lack the knowledge to treat those experiencinggender variant conditions and, consequently, they are not confident to do so.The first part of this publication provides an overview of care for trans people that is particularly applicable to GPs. Hormone therapy is central to transgender primarycare, and issues such as assessment and diagnosis are also relevant to general practice. These topics are discussed in greater detail in Annexes C and D. Clinical care for gender variant people should be provided within a framework of good practice that emphasises patient autonomy, allows for the wide variety of needs among trans people and is flexible in its clinical responses to those needs. It should also take account... less
Christine your information I don't think ever goes unnoticed, I... moreChristine your information I don't think ever goes unnoticed, I have always enjoyed your articles, very informative and thought provoking.
I just wished you were in the states to give such accurate content, but then under this current administration and political conflict I think you might find it quite egregious,
There was a time in the states when we were moving in a very positive direction, sadly we have faltered and at best stagnated our trans direction.
Huggs Tammy
I think I joined about 2004-2005, Organised themed chat... moreI think I joined about 2004-2005, Organised themed chat parties, lot of fun, about 2007 I was made head of forums, made a lot of amusing and factual posts even some controversial ones, many taken out of context, but always attracted attention and responses if some were very negative. When Trannyweb became the Gender society I gathered a few people to become site moderators lovely helpful team, keeping the site clear of trolls, keeping the home page clear of sleaze and wiping out literally 1000's of spams. Shame that when I stepped back from heading up that team due to studying and work I was unable to devote as much attention as the site needed many of the site and forum mods just seemed to vanish, lose interest. I will always remember some advice Katie gave mewhen in the early days of being a mod, I was verbally abused, it upset me and I threatened to leave,Katie said if someone on your land line gives you grief, do you cut your phone off. Of course... less
What effect does female hormone therapy have on a male, and how... moreWhat effect does female hormone therapy have on a male, and how soon?
The longer after puberty hormone therapy is started, the less effective it is--but not a linear scale, e.g., results are considerably more dramatic in an 18 year old than a 28 year old, but results are not on the average dramatically different between a 38 year old and a 48 year old.
The following effects have been observed in varying degrees--anywhere from little to moderate--with extended treatment. With effective and continuous dosages, most of the changes that a particular body is genetically prone to start within 2 to 4 months, will start leveling off somewhat within 2 years, and be mostly done within 5 years. The leveling may take longer if the testes are not removed. High levels of estrogen will cause faster development up to a point, but not better results in the long term than moderate levels of estrogen..
Fertility decreases. Sperm count drops rapidly. Sometimes it returns to almost normal if hormonal treatment is... less
Just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. This year has been very strangeand trying for many. I hope that this coming year brings new hope and happinessfor... moreJust wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. This year has been very strangeand trying for many. I hope that this coming year brings new hope and happinessfor everyone. This girl is looking forward to when she can go out again.I really miss my friends from my old city, as I've moved away to the country. However this girl is becoming a country girl is enjoying life. Here is a Big hug to all my old friends and also to new friends here,Michelle GwenethPS. Did Santa bring you anything? I would vote for something naughty less
Hi Girls,
This summer has been the hottest I can remember. Here in the San Francisco Bay area temps are
99 (f) / 37 (c). I just saw that the UK was experiencing 102 (f) /39... moreHi Girls,
This summer has been the hottest I can remember. Here in the San Francisco Bay area temps are
99 (f) / 37 (c). I just saw that the UK was experiencing 102 (f) /39 (c) temperatures. I think we (collectively) broke the weather.
Michelle Lynn
Just thought I would post a Good morning message to see if anyone is using this section of GS.
It looks like the last post may have been over a year ago.
Hey everyone good morning
I have found life strange lately and have been thinking everyday is a new event maybe lol
I am finally ready to be me as a whole person that is a new... moreHey everyone good morning
I have found life strange lately and have been thinking everyday is a new event maybe lol
I am finally ready to be me as a whole person that is a new and fantastic thought to process
See Caitlyn Jenner's First Beauty Campaign - Cosmopolitan
https://apple.news/A0yTgjoznTFSY-FWVrkDobQ
I came across this yesterday and would like your opinion. I know some of you... moreSee Caitlyn Jenner's First Beauty Campaign - Cosmopolitan
https://apple.news/A0yTgjoznTFSY-FWVrkDobQ
I came across this yesterday and would like your opinion. I know some of you don't like Caitlyn, others are indifferent. I 'like' her (I can't hate anyone who looks like Cindy Crawford, I just can't, Cindy's my girl we both have a mole above our lips). Should I buy the lipstick?
I have also worn MAC lipstick in the past, I like it, it smells like dessert. This color they're promoting looks good. I like it a lot. But I haven't worn lipstick in years. I use an all natural tinted lip balm Alba Botanica in the color Blaze, which is red in color. It's all I need. Easy to apply, I can blot it to look more natural or apply it a lot for a more intense red look.
All proceeds of this Caitlyn lipstick go towards the charity AIDS Fund Transgender Initiative. This rubs me the wrong way for some reason. Why not just a transgender awareness charity? AIDS is a problem in all communities (have you seen... less
I bought tickets for my family to watch these guys, (and girl) the other night and it was brilliant! I saw them when I was a child, maybe 11 or 12 years old at a time when they... moreI bought tickets for my family to watch these guys, (and girl) the other night and it was brilliant! I saw them when I was a child, maybe 11 or 12 years old at a time when they were on TV a lot and it was nice to see them again as an adult and still find the show just as impressive and entertaining. It's easy to forget that underneath the entertainment, they are all very good basketball players.
We had courtside seats, my children got pulled out a few times to pass the ball around with them and dance with them during half time and they are still talking about it! We met them all after the game and every one of them posed for individual photographs, chatted and signed autographs. They were patient, enthusiastic and great role models.
They have been going for 90 years, I hope that they go for another 90 as they are wonderful ambassadors on so many levels.
If you have never seen them live, I thoroughly recommend it.
This morning a good friend of mine at work was informed that she would be made redundant in August. We have worked closely together for several years and she has always... moreThis morning a good friend of mine at work was informed that she would be made redundant in August. We have worked closely together for several years and she has always been brilliant. She never allows an off day to affect her relationships at work and she is extremely good at her job. It's such a pity.
The rest of us will be following over the next few years, with most of us making our way to the UK, (if there is any room left!), to find new jobs so this came as no surprise. It doesn't make it any better though. less
The sun is shining, I have a day off from work so a nice long weekend for me, I've just bought a new dress and tonight I am meeting my best friend for a good training session in... moreThe sun is shining, I have a day off from work so a nice long weekend for me, I've just bought a new dress and tonight I am meeting my best friend for a good training session in the pool.
Big smiles all around.
Good morning everyone :) Seems I have been sleeping for a while since its been long time since I came back here. I hope everyone is having a good day. Now I will... moreGood morning everyone :) Seems I have been sleeping for a while since its been long time since I came back here. I hope everyone is having a good day. Now I will go back to drinking my coffee and clear some of the cobwebs in my head :P
Today was laundry day. No one enjoys that chore. However, I had a unique delight while completing this necessary chore. I first did all of my boy clothes. ... moreToday was laundry day. No one enjoys that chore. However, I had a unique delight while completing this necessary chore. I first did all of my boy clothes. Finishing it was a matter of that shirt goes with those trousers. No emotion, or feeling. A basic, no emotion boring job. Nothing more. Then, it was time for my dresses and girl underthings. I found that although it was still essentially the same task, it took on a different set of thoughts. I remembered the softness of that red dress. I remembered how much that blue “A” line showed off my legs. The caress of that one, the delight I had in wearing the other one. I found delight in the remembrance, and a chore became a delightful memory. less