Can you wear a chest binder to school?

Day-to-day: if you aren’t familiar with binders, the recommendation is usually no more than a few hours a day, so wearing it to every class could cause problems. Unless you feel especially dysphoric, try changing into or out of it during lunch and definitely when you go home.

How do I convince my mom to let me get a binder?

Tell your parent all about your binder- how you got it, why you need it, how it feels. Let them see it on you. Tell them about the material, the breathability, how tight it is. Show them all the research you’ve done.

Should you bind your teen’s chest?

While chest binding may seem like a complicated endeavor for your and your teen, there are some common-sense binding guidelines that you should follow. For starters, don’t use Ace bandages or duct tape. Also, limit wear to no more than 8 hours per day and never wear a binder to bed.

What are the risks of wearing a chest binder?

Like anything else, wearing a chest binder does come with some risks. If not done properly, chest binding can aggravate other conditions like asthma, cause stretch marks or changes in chest tissue, bruise or crack ribs, and even cause fluid to build up in the lungs.

Can I wear a binder to school all day?

If you’re used to binder, you might be able to wear them all day. You don’t say where you live, if your parents know, or what kind of school you go to. I have no way of knowing — will the staff or students have a problem with it?

Do body binding binders work for everyone?

Binders, when used correctly, can be a safe and effective way for many individuals to address their chest dysphoria. However, they don’t work for everyone, and chest binding can be particularly difficult for individuals with very large chests, who may experience symptoms simply from the weight of their chest as well as from the compression.