How do I choose a chest binder?

Here are some important things to be aware of before shopping for your chest binder.
  1. It’s Better Not To DIY. …
  2. Measure Yourself. …
  3. Don’t Wear It For Too Long. …
  4. Know Your Options… …
  5. Consider Binding With Sports And Compression Bras. …
  6. Go A Size Up For Exercising. …
  7. Keep It Clean. …
  8. Check Out Chest Binders With Fun Patterns.

How do you know what size chest binder you need?

The best way to find the correct binder size is with your Chest Size. This is under your arms, around the fullest part of your chest. (Chest size is not Bra Size.)

How do I get a chest binder without my parents knowing?

How can I get a binder without my parents knowing?
  1. Start by looking up how to bind safely, and where to purchase safe binders.
  2. Purchase a prepaid debit card.
  3. Use your card to purchase your binder.
  4. Have your binder sent to a trusted friend.
  5. Get the binder from your friend in person.

How do I choose a binder?

Here are some important things to be aware of before shopping for your chest binder.
  1. It’s Better Not To DIY. …
  2. Measure Yourself. …
  3. Don’t Wear It For Too Long. …
  4. Know Your Options… …
  5. Consider Binding With Sports And Compression Bras. …
  6. Go A Size Up For Exercising. …
  7. Keep It Clean. …
  8. Check Out Chest Binders With Fun Patterns.

Do you wear a bra with a binder?

We don’t recommend wearing anything underneath your binder, especially things that compress! Sports bras in particular compress already. Although I do hear you saying that your sports bra is old and might not compress anymore, taking it off is probably best.

How can I hide my breasts without a binder?

If you want to hide your chest:
  1. Use an undershirt and smart layering. Hands down, most guys find layering a comfortable way to hide their chest without a chest compression shirt. …
  2. Try a sports bra. …
  3. Avoid wearing baggy clothing. …
  4. Stick to darker colors and patterns. …
  5. Think vertical.

How much does a binder cost?

Stick to the binders that have “extreme” in the name or description as a binder without this label may not give you the compression you hoped for unless you have a very small chest already. Prices range from $25-45 USD. gc2b Transitional Apparel provides high quality FTM chest binders at an affordable price, $33-35.

What does binding feel like?

The tightness is a double-edged sword — sometimes you feel like you’re being suffocated, but at other times a binder feels like a close hug. The longer I used binding, the more I could feel my body deteriorating. The physical pain got worse but so did the emotional.

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