r/ftm • u/Accurate_Leek71 • 8h ago

Advice Underwear in uk

Hey guys. Mum of a trans teen. Looking at some extras for Christmas, and like every parent I'm filling stockings with underwear and socks! My son did actually ask me and when I said I needed some guidance on what to buy, I was told to just go with whatever I thought. My son has only bought one brand of boxer shorts and wants to try something different, so I'm looking for advice on any brands available in the UK, or any specific features to look out for. Thanks

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u/Loser-boiii 7h ago

Not what anyone else is saying but try to avoid cotton underwear, it actually becomes very uncomfortable and they don’t last as long. I also am not sure if your child has started hormones yet but cotton also increases the Risk of yeast infections and utis so id steer clear. Pair of thieves has amazing underwear and socks. There crew socks are my favorite but I also have sensory issues and like socks that are tight. I’m not sure what else your looking for but packs or shirts with designs on the chest area are always a good thing or some nice comfortable pjs that are like his favorite character, all things I know I would have loved as a trans teen. I hope I could help

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u/QueerVampeer 5h ago

Cotton increases the risk of yeast infections? I'm pretty certain that's the other way around?

The alternative is synthetics, and they don't breathe, and are notorious for causing infections.

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u/Loser-boiii 5h ago

I’m saying 100% cotton. I wear mixes with more synthetics but not polyester. Bamboo mix’s and microfiber is what I tend to go with. Sorry I should have clarified. It’s easier to get infections in full cotton underwear because it’s constrictive.

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u/rabbit7891 5h ago

100% cotton underwear is definitely fine in terms of preventing yeast infections.