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'''Tucking''' is the process of positioning the penis and testicles in a specific way so that the genital area looks flat. Tucking is often done by transfeminine people as part of their [[gender expression]]. There is specialised underwear for tucking, called ''gaffs'', but it can also be done using medical tape or a tight pair of underwear. | '''Tucking''' is the process of positioning the penis and testicles in a specific way so that the genital area looks flat. Tucking is often done by transfeminine people as part of their [[gender expression]]. There is specialised underwear for tucking, called ''gaffs'', but it can also be done using medical tape or a tight pair of underwear. | ||
Tucking will not make you sterile, although it could cause fertility issue if you are also | Tucking will not make you sterile, although it could cause fertility issue if you are also on [[hormone therapy]]. If you are worried about losing your fertility, talk with your doctor.<ref name=":0">https://www.healthline.com/health/transgender/tucking [https://web.archive.org/web/20230220080017/https://www.healthline.com/health/transgender/tucking Archived] on 17 July 2023</ref> | ||
== Methods == | == Methods == | ||
[[File:Tucking diagram.jpg|thumb|Two step graphical depiction of tucking.]] | |||
=== With tape === | === With tape === | ||
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* Tucking is uncomfortable, but it shouldn't be painful. If you feel pain or a lot of discomfort, stop, take a break, and try it again later. | * Tucking is uncomfortable, but it shouldn't be painful. If you feel pain or a lot of discomfort, stop, take a break, and try it again later. | ||
* Practice tucking in a relaxed and familiar space a few times before going out for the first time. This will help you avoid stress or panic. | * Practice tucking in a relaxed and familiar space a few times before going out for the first time. This will help you avoid stress or panic. | ||
* Always use medical tape, not duct tape. If you don't use medical tape you risk | * Always use medical tape, not duct tape. If you don't use medical tape you risk damaging your skin. You should be able to find medical tape in your local pharmacy. | ||
* If you use tape, it's recommended that you remove any hair you have there. This way, removing the tape won't be as painful. | * If you use tape, it's recommended that you remove any hair you have there. This way, removing the tape won't be as painful. | ||
* If you become aroused while tucking, you won't become untucked if you did it correctly. However, you might experience more discomfort and slight pain. | * If you become aroused while tucking, you won't become untucked if you did it correctly. However, you might experience more discomfort and slight pain. | ||
== Gaffs == | |||
Gaffs are a kind of tight underwear that can make tucking easier. They tend to be quite expensive compared with regular underwear. You can buy gaffs online on etsy from [https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/501964357/velour-tucking-panties-gaff Rebirth garments] which is a clothing store that offers "Gender Non-Conforming Lingerie for All Bodies", they will custom make a gaff for your measurements. There are many other options on etsy that you can [https://www.etsy.com/ca/search?q=gaff search for]. | |||
If you have a transgender resource/community center near you, they may have a program to provide transfeminine people with gaffs for free or may know a place locally that sells them. | |||
== External links == | |||
* [https://www.buzzfeed.com/meredithtalusan/all-the-questions-you-had-about-tucking-but-were-afraid-to-a All The Questions You Had About Tucking, But Were Afraid To Ask] An article by Buzzfeed on tucking. '''Contains flashy .gifs'''. | |||
* [https://broadly.vice.com/en_us/article/d3ggjj/how-to-tuck The Girl's Guide to Tucking Your Dick] An article from vice on how to tuck. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||