Cat’s top surgery !

Hey there, my name is Catherine, also go by Mommy. I am a transmasc non binary (they/them) coffee person and illustrator.

My chest has been a huge challenge for a while; the size and weight have increased a lot in the past years and my dysphoria has been stronger and more painful. I am tired to worry about how I look and how I am perceived. It's a daily struggle to feel good in my body.

After years of searching for the right surgery, I have finally find the one that reflects my needs. I have explored the options that are covered by the RAMQ but I am not looking for a flat chest and for a while I believed top surgery wasn't an option to feel better about my chest. I've learned about gender-affirming breast reduction, a different approach to top-surgery that is the right approach for me. The main issue is that this surgery isn't covered by RAMQ and I will need to pay it myself plus I don't have insurance. It's been a long process of: "should I" because of how expensive it is, but lately, it's been even clearer to me that this procedure is needed for my physical and mental wellbeing.

When I look in the mirror, I don't like what I see, it doesn't reflect who I am. I don't like how clothes fit, I can't go shopping without feeling dysphoric and having negative thoughts toward my body. The attention my chest get makes me uncomfortable, I feel like I can't wear some clothes because of the way others look at me. I want to feel free in my body, I want to love myself fully. I need to feel like me.

I need help to achieve this important step. Money has been the main challenge and the reason why I wasn't able to engage in this process. Lately, it's been harder to feel okay with myself and this procedure is a necessity. There's not a day that goes by where I don't think about how much I hate my chest and how much I want this surgery!

The money will go toward the surgery. I am not expecting to have it all covered but anything will help at this point.

I appreciate any support you're able to give me. From a 5$ donation to sharing this Go Fund Me on social media!

With love and gratitude,

Your favorite They ♥︎