FTM procedures are not easy, especially when you consider how much people cling to gender roles, and how long it will take to adjust to seeing the new you, both for other people and yourself. As challenging as it may be, the transitioning period gives you the perfect chance to think about your new life, and to prepare for the changes you’ll have to make. When transitioning from a woman to a man, you can expect the following daily changes: Daily dose of testosterone Testosterone is the primary hormone responsible for creating “male” physical traits, and is typically used for hormonal “masculinization” in FTMs. It works directly on your body tissues to stimulate clitoral growth and indirectly to suppress estrogen production, so your periods stop in about three months. Stop or cut down smoking Smoking considerably increases the risks associated with testosterone therapy. If you can’t stop or reduce your…