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Published: 2013-06-30 07:01:32 +0000 UTC; Views: 1042; Favourites: 4; Downloads: 1
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my terrible make-shift binder..it gets the job done, but it kills my back, my ribs, and my breasts.
lately i've found i'm binding way too tight because i'm not satasfied with the results..i need help.
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dude, please do not bind with those. There are tons of DiY methods to use make a binder. Ace bandages can seriously injure your chest and make it so you can't have top surgery in the future. I'm not allowed to bind at all, and its killing me, but we'll make it through together
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They have TONS of DiY tutorials on makeshift binders. Use one of those.
Seriously, don't EVER use bandages. I have so many friends who've been permanently injured by doing these things.
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Don't use an ace bandage -- they're really, really dangerous. Ace bandages are supposed to compress when something moves against them, thus every time you breath they get tighter and tighter. If it gets tight enough it can really harm your lungs and potentially damage your ribs, not to mention your back. They also leave horrendous scarring.
I'd go with sports bras, or get your hands on a used binder(they take them in in Vancouver where I live and they can get you one your size free of charge.) or, save up for a binder--they're expensive, but the quality and result is worth it. You could also try this guy's technique(TheRealJazzBertie is a FtM guy who does/did answer questions concerning FtM issues. His binder videos were helpful for me: m.youtube.com/user/TheRealJazz... )
Hope I helped. Stay safe, and please, please(for your own safety) don't bind with ace bandages.
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i know that they are dangerous, but i have no other options at the moment. until i can come out to my parents and beg for a binder, i have to use what i got.
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Ace bandages will really mess up your body if you keep using them! I understand its the only thing you have, but please try to get an alternative. Try websites like [link] or try going on tumblr to find a free binder, or try using sports bra's. Before I had my binder I used to wear two/three bras to flatten my chest. It actually worked! I hope you find a better alternative and good luck!
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I actually got a men's compressor shirt [link]
Doesn't hide the boobs just COMPLETELY, but it makes them much smaller and it's MUCH more comfortable (and safer) than an Ace bandage. I might try the extreme chest binder because it might hide a little more. I wanted something to help me pull of male cosplays a lot better.
I tried getting an actual binder but it was really tight and my compressor shirt seemed to provide better results. Best of luck!
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i've tried the compression shirts, it doesn't work :/. my chest is to big.
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Aww... ;-; So much for that brilliant idea... I'm sorry hon!
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no its ok, thanks for the tip though
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What if you strapped something flat on top of your chest?
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like cut a folder in half, put it in front, and then wrap yourself.
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it would still stick out from my body :/
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That looks like you're using an Ace Bandage; That'd explain - right there - why your back and ribs are killing you. That isn't good... If you're unable to buy an actual binder, you could create one. Here and Here have some steps for homemade binders. I used to wear more than one bra on top of one-another, before I was able to buy a proper binder. There are also a couple used binder resources, where you could get an actual binder - albeit slightly used - for free. However, I'm not sure how that'd work since your other Deviation said your parents don't know...
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thank you for the links, i really appreciate it. I'll look into the web sites more thoroughly later. but thank you again 
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You welcome. c: I hope they do help you. :>
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i know its not, but its all i have :/
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Have you tried a pair of tights and a waist belt? I use those.
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They are actually pretty good
Cut the legs off, and cut a hole in the crotch area for your head, put it on, and then get a waist belt. I have a big chest, and I get almost completely flat using them
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wow, i'll have to give that a try
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I actually use something similar underneath the breasts to push them up for MtF.
As for help in this... It might be the best you can do, without having the breasts removed.
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