BENEFITS OF TUCKING THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT
TUCKING
Tucking involves hiding external genitalia so that they are not
visible in tight clothing. Tucking is a do-it-yourself option for
changing your appearance so that it matches your gender
expression. You might tuck to feel more at ease in your body,
to feel more comfortable in your clothing, or to help others
read your gender correctly.
Health and safety tips:
• If you are new to tucking, start by tucking for shorter
periods of time. Give yourself lots of time to practice. It’s
hard to learn a new skill when you feel rushed or stressed.
Take a break between attempts.
• Try switching between different ways of tucking.
• You may find that tucking gets easier with practice or after
being on hormones for awhile.
• Tucking shouldn’t be overly uncomfortable. If you feel
faint, nausea, or pain, take a break and try a different way
of tucking.
• After untucking, check for irritated skin, sores or rashes.
Allow skin to heal before using products on it again.
• Whenever reasonable, stay hydrated. Avoiding drinking
and peeing can lead to health problems.
• Use body powder in warm creases (thighs, buttocks,
genital skin, etc.) to prevent skin chaffing and infection.
• Tucking regularly can affect fertility. Some people consider
banking sperm or limiting how often they tuck gonads
inside the body.
• See a clinician if you experience: aching, tingling or
numbness that continues even when you aren’t tucking;
blood in urine or orgasmic fluid; a feeling of inflammation
or infection inside the genitals; skin rash or sores; pain
with urination; or pain in the bladder or lower back.
This information is provided to help reduce
the unintended side effects of tucking. For more information, please visit www.transcarebc.ca
NOTE: There are many terms that people use to refer to To tuck the testicles inside the body:*
their bodies. For clarity and accessibility, we are using
common anatomical words in this handout. 1.
1 Wrap the penis in tissue or a piece of soft, thin cotton.
2. There is a tube at the top of each testicle called an inguinal
METHODS OF TUCKING 2
canal . Gently lift each testicle up into its inguinal canal.
There are many ways to tuck. The penis always goes be- Go slowly and trust your body.
tween the legs. The testicles and scrotum can go between
the legs (easiest), or inside the body (smoothest-looking).
To tuck between the legs:*
1.
1 Wrap the penis in tissue or a piece of soft, thin cotton.
2. Tuck the scrotum, testes and penis between the legs
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and, if possible, the buttocks.
3. You may want to use a long strip of tape down the penis
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and up the buttocks/lower back to keep it secure. Use
additional tape as needed. 31. Place a firm hand over top to keep anything from slipping out.
4. Keep a hand firmly over the genitals to prevent anything
4 42. Tuck the penis and scrotum between the legs and, if possible,
from slipping out. Put on a tight undergarment or a gaff the buttocks.
(undergarments designed specifically for tucking) in order 3. You may want to use a long strip of tape down the penis and
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to hold everything in place. up the buttocks/lower back to keep it secure. Use additional
Tips for using tape: tape as needed.
• Choose a hypoallergenic medical tape or sports tape 64. Keep a hand firmly over the genitals while you put on a tight
designed specifically for use on skin. You may need to try undergarment or a gaff to hold everything in place.
a few to find one that works best for your skin.
• Before tucking, remove or trim body hair to make *You can adapt these methods to whatever feels best for your
tape removal easier. body, or find another way altogether!
• Use a protective barrier wipe on the skin before
applying tape. The illustrations above are based on the zine and art work of
• When removing tape, use a skin-safe adhesive-remover Mira Bellwether, specifically:
or soak the tape in warm water.
FTW: A Zine About the Sex Lives of Trans Women
• Remove tape slowly and gently.
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