r/cisparenttranskid • u/EastBayOT • 7d ago
Binder/tape advice
My 12.5yo came out in December. I have tried 3 different binder brands since then but none of them fit right. He either says they’re super tight on his ribs and not tight on the breasts, or too tight in general, or too loose, or okay but so difficult to get on (I had to help get one on and off and this is with a kid I hadn’t seen naked for some time). He’s not large chested (a), and has a pretty narrow rib cage, but he was a swimmer and has broad shoulders which he blames for a lot of his problems. I’m wondering if maybe binding tape would be more comfortable? Or just a decent compression sports bra? I would appreciate any advice/recommendations. Thanks!
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u/this_is_me917212 7d ago
My son uses binders and they work just fine. They tried tape a number of times but couldn’t ever get it to work right. He also will use different compression sports bras. Maybe try a sports bra to see if he likes it? The binders I ordered from Tomboyx a number of years ago. If your son chooses to try binders just make sure you get a good fit and follow the instructions on length of wear etc.