Completing 1 Year of HRT and life event updates

It’s been a while since I last shared an update about my transition, so I thought it was high time I filled you all in on what’s been happening in my life!

First off, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been accepted into the prestigious National Law School of India University in Bangalore for the BA LLB (Hons) 5-year course. It’s a dream come true, and I’m so excited about this new chapter in my life.

In terms of my transition, I’ve just completed my first year of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and I’m now in my 14th month. It’s been an incredible journey of growth and self-discovery, and I’m so grateful for the progress I’ve made.

As I’ve navigated this journey, one quote that has resonated with me is 

BODY

"If they see breasts and long hair coming, they call it woman.

If beard and whiskers they call it man.

But look, the self that hovers in between

Is neither man nor woman ..."

- Nivedita Menon, Seeing Like a Feminist 2012 

These words remind me that my identity is not confined by societal labels but is a reflection of my own truth.

With a year of HRT behind me, I’ve started planning for my surgery, which has been both exciting and a bit overwhelming. As I explored my options, I encountered some challenges, such as time constraints and bureaucratic hurdles, but I’m determined to make it work.

I’ve decided to go ahead with my top surgery—Breast Augmentation—and I was faced with the decision of choosing between Fat Grafting and Silicone Implants. After weighing the pros and cons, I’ve opted for silicone implants. But then came the tricky part: deciding on the right size. To help me figure it out, I consulted with a few plastic surgeons here in Bangalore. When I still wasn’t sure, I turned to YouTube and found the Rice Bag test, which gave me a general idea of the size I might want. Trying on implant sizers afterward really solidified my decision.

Once I made up my mind, I began the cashless pre-approval process with a non-network hospital. Unfortunately, the process is taking longer than expected, and as I write this, it’s still not complete, even though the day I planned to be admitted has arrived.

So, here I am, at the university, taking a break during class to update my blog and share my journey with you all. I can’t wait to give you my next update once I’ve fully recovered and had my follow-up appointments with the doctors.

Until then, wish me luck, and I’ll talk to you soon!