What to wear while swimming?

Liam, last year I just wore a regular brief bottom and a nice swim top. Nothing too obvious until you are ready. If you are concerned about how things may be perceived, then maybe you might not be at the 'I'm ready to wear this cute one' point. And sometimes it is easier and better to wean others on to the new you than just pop up in their face one day. Michelle

Liam, I am terribly sorry. But it is early and I am still half asleep, and the part that is awake, well, it is in girl mode. But, it should work in the opposite as well. Some nice trunks, and a simple swim top. Baby steps, maybe not for you, but for others you interacts with. Remember, they may not be privy to what is in your head, so give them a chance, and some help, to catch up. Michelle

Good advice! I'm sure my friends probably won't ask any questions since they're pretty respectful and mind their own business if I'm subtle about it like that

I just wear normal manly swimsuits. I was very self aware at first, but I realiced not too many people care about how I look. Even a close friend didn't know I was transexual after years and we have been to the beach together, but he just never noticed I was flat down there. My breast have been removed, but before that I would either wear a manly suimsuit below with a bikini above or just a t-shirt. You can swim with a t-shirt, even in pools if they are outside, just say you have a recent tattoo or something. Hope it helps!

Try getting men's swim trunks and a swim top, not only does it cover up everything it also provides UV 50+ protection so you could also say that you just want the extra sun protection.

I must say the first day I wore a bikini to the beach was a red letter day for me. The anticipation and fear was building and as usual nobody looked twice. I was just another bod on a towel. Pass the sunscreen lotion....