What's It Like to Get Bottom Surgery? (My Story)

Today we take an in depth look at my surgery experience, hopefully I can help you be more prepared! Keep an eye on my channel for Feb 12th when i will be releasing another surgery vid about being prepared for surgery and an in depth look at dilation!
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[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thanks for watching, please read this comment for some additional information & context! First, a couple notes: 21:19 Meant to say ‘stuck in bed for 3 days,’ my brain was just fried. Hospital stay was 12 days. 54:24 By 6 weeks post op the leaking had completely stopped Now some important info for new & returning viewers! * Keep an eye on my channel for Feb 11th-12th, I will be releasing a second surgery video in which I give advice about being prepared to undergo surgery, as well as an in-depth look at dilation. Please like and share this video, as the more people this video(and more particularly) my second video reach, the more people we can help here. * I am still not at a stage in my healing process where I can make any judgement or recommendations for surgeon, location etc. etc. I just don’t have enough information to make an educated judgement at the moment. Please don’t take this video as a confirmation that you should or shouldn’t get surgery in Thailand. * To any new viewers, I just want to note that this video is an extreme departure from my normal content - I’m just doing this because I think I can help people with this series. Normally I focus on character centric comedy content, I really hope you stick around and check out my other videos because I think you might like them! * Lastly, this video is just intended to show you what getting gender reassignment surgery might be like. Please note that every surgeon has different processes, techniques, and gives different advice. Your recovery might be different from mine. My Surgery Timeline: September 18th - Admission 19th - Main Surgery 22nd - Packing Change Operation 25th - Graft Operation 28th - Disconnected October 1st - Discharged from Hospital 7th - Follow up appointment 10th - Flight home

[@BunnyNiyori]

Seen a lot of KZbinrs who get GRS do similar, yours has been sterling dear. Thanks for helping by providing your experiences.

[@pjotor5]

Interesting how different things were for me, I had my vag installed exactly a month after you in Belgrade, Serbia. First day was anxiety, fear, checks, talks with doctors and a lot of laxatives :-) the worst part was anal cleansing 2x a day and I was crying while the nurse was doing it. Then on a day of surgery more waiting, more anxiety and fear. Then a nurse came in and told me it's time, so I walked to pre-op room got on that terrible hard plastic bed that looks like a cross and the real anxiety started, my BP was fine until then but it shoot up, breathing got heavy, doctors were very concerned and added some more anesthesia, but I didn't reacted to that, then I remembered I had my ukulele in my room, asked a nurse to bring her, because she always calms me down, a nurse brought my ukulele and immediately I was calm and holding my ukulele after that it all went dark and I woke up hearing: Can you please scoot to the left it would be great, that was me moving from operating table to my bed after surgery, I had asked a nurse to take a pic of me, then then recovery was hard, I was there alone, in the sound proofed room, the loneliness was super hard, I have no friends or family to support me, only pain I had were my feet as they were clamped in to some steel boots for 10 hours then my back from being in bed, but after one day I was able to get up walk around, after 4 days I was ready to go home but they let me stay for 2 more days because they don't want to discharge people during weekends. On Monday I had my packing removed, had a good look how pretty my vag is and at 15:00 I was on a taxi back to my Airbnb, then I walked to supermarket bought some food and had a proper shower and felt like human and amazing. 10 days after surgery my catheter was removed and I that's it done. Hardest part is isolation in hospital and recovery alone, but you can do it alone, it's hard but it toughens you up, you can do anything, there is no limit

[@DanielleWhite]

I really appreciate that you are doing this. I had vaginoplasty over a decade ago and was woefully unprepared for the experience because the prevailing attitude was "we can't say that it's ever anything less than an absolute joy." As a result I went into it expecting it to be far easier than it was and with a poor understanding of risks about less than ideal outcomes, factors that made dealing with both a lot harder - I struggled with the short term recovery because I was unprepared for it to be that difficult and with a poor result (loss of sensitivity) because I had been directly told (including by my therapist) that it was impossible. All of it led to me regretting having surgery, an outcome that definitely would have been avoided with access to better information before surgery.

[@rebeccasam3434]

@@pjotor5 I am so glad how well that went for you! It’s so scary about hearing about it anyway. All of this brings up so many emotions for me. Would be quite convenient to just have one’s neurological sex match everything to begin with 😬😕. It’s all so “fun” to deal with. my main fear obviously if I could is what if they’re terrible, what if they screw up, what if I’m worse off? I know there’s absolutely terrible surgeons that shouldn’t be practicing, though obviously there seem to be good ones also.

[@rebeccasam3434]

@@DanielleWhite I don’t know how it was 10 years ago but it definitely seems like there’s some surgeons that shouldn’t be practicing. I hate that people have to do so much research to try to figure out if someone’s any good, and what the risks are with any given procedure in any given surgeon. I hope you’re OK in some capacity. All of it just brings up so many emotions for me because I probably can’t access anything, there’s so much fear for me if I could, and then others getting to do things I can’t even though I don’t want to have a bad reaction it just makes my brain freak out and feel faint and what not. It’s hard to process.

[@m0xleyybabee]

As a white British straight (kind of, long story) dude that noone asked for the opinion of. Your an inspiration and thank you for doing this so that people who want to transition can use your story as a piece of strength instead of being ashamed of being in the wrong body. You all are good people.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you so much xx

[@FrankensteinsMom]

You are a lovely person❤

[@KoryFae]

I am very curious to know what the long story behind being straight is. Thank you for being a good person

[@KoryFae]

@@omp199 oh eff off with your woke ideals and let trans people exist

[@KoryFae]

@@scrumps101 As a transgender non-binary person, I would like to point out that (1) you don't know enough about this situation to decide what is and isn't ridiculous. Considering all of the health professionals disagree with you should give you pause in your opinionizing on what is and isn't ridiculous, but I know it won't. (2) If you are willing to listen to my lived experience, transitioning is the greatest form of self acceptance I have ever done for myself. And the years of denial and trying to 'accept' my body was more self repression and trying to meet societal standards than anything else. Once I accepted myself and chose to live my life how I wanted to, shit just became a lot easier and better, and of course the transphobes started frothing but I'm not going to go back into the closet and hating myself for the likes of them.

[@shadowzero3673]

I dont plan on getting this surgery myself, but I am so unendingly thankful that you made this video to inform our fellow gals

[@aliceinwonder1and]

You’re welcome. Information is power!

[@wingnut71]

He is not a gal, and never will be. He is not even a "trans" woman because you cannot transition to be female if you were born male. (This should be obvious by the fact none of these people can carry a child or give birth. The most accurate term to describe post SRS MtF is a pseudo-female.

[@EmpireGamingWynter]

Your mom is so cool and supportive. I'm glad you had her to lean on through all of this

[@aliceinwonder1and]

She’s fucking awesome

[@Genevieve111]

​@@aliceinwonder1andAbsolutely... 💕

[@NewJack-wr4bq]

A complete failure

[@Xandra5]

While I don't ever plan on getting bottom surgery (it's too scary and costly for me 😅), I am so glad you were able to, and that you were able to share your experience with everyone. I really hope you are able to help out people who are considering getting bottom surgery after seeing what your experience is like

[@aliceinwonder1and]

I respect that, it was certainly scary!!

[@epic_squid]

The lil bit with you mum at 31:00 made me tear up 😭From a trans girl in Canada keep kicking ass and im sending you the biggest internet hug!

[@foxcoon-ym8nd]

Let’s go Canadian trans girls 🇨🇦🏳️‍⚧️

[@Banter07]

I’m delighted that it went well for you! I hope the revision surgery goes swimmingly.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thanks!!

[@Banter07]

@@aliceinwonder1and how do you have time to reply to so many people… very impressive, though I can’t imagine you sleep that much

[@penelopermolai]

as a young transfem, I still don't know if I want bottom surgery or not. Videos like this help me get a better idea of the experience. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@rebeccasam3434]

Either way, unfortunately I think it’s extremely important to research any given surgeon and procedure that you might look into. It definitely seems like there’s some surgeons who don’t know what they’re doing and shouldn’t be practicing. I hate that it’s our responsibility to research this stuff!! Not remotely fair. For that matter, we’re already stuck researching stuff about other things like HRT since so many medical providers don’t know what the hell they’re talking about

[@penelopermolai]

@@ninajustiniano9055 Why do you care so much? Do you want my penis?

[@rebeccasam3434]

@@ninajustiniano9055 I mean only if you use a terrible surgeon, which is unfortunately why you need to look in to how well an individual surgeon’s results go.

[@wasitacaroracatisaw-xk6ky]

Just because a woman might have a manly cock and balls doesn't mean she's not a strong woman. A penis doesn't make you a man!

[@shadowcween7890]

Many women say that they feel indifferent to it, but then after a couple months of progesterone, they decide that they want it.

[@rm2828]

I love how articulate and real you are in describing your journey! It’s also such a pleasure to see how much you love and your mother love and support one another, a real blessing! And you are very attractive. I am a new subscriber and wish you Every happiness, you deserve it!!❤from Montreal

[@berrie-nice-to-meet-you]

I was going to get surgery myself in two weeks, but the surgeon's office screwed me over and it's not happening, so I just can't bring myself to watch this yet. It all hurts too much. I really appreciate you making this video for us, I'll come back to watch when I'm ready, I'm sorry

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Aww I’m really sorry. That’s awful. Hope you get it soon

[@rebeccasam3434]

I’m so sorry. If you get to be scheduled again somewhere please do as much research as you can about the surgeon and outcomes and stuff, because they’re definitely seem to be terrible surgeons. I’ve been watching this video slowly, I’m only 18 minutes in so far and that’s after probably a few days. It’s really hard for me, as has been processing surgeries that friends have had, because it’s like I can’t access it and it just brings up so many emotions and makes me have to confront things I guess, I had really extreme reactions to friends that I didn’t want to have and didn’t know I would have. Zero clue things were going to hit me so hard

[@nana73carol46]

Just don't do it!

[@rebeccasam3434]

@@nana73carol46 Why? Unfortunately I think everyone needs to do a lot of research on specific surgeons and specific methods before selecting something, and obviously weigh the risks and everything but…

[@1976mcfarlane]

Might be a blessing in disguise.

[@Genevieve111]

34:55 Not everyone has that luxury... I will have nobody for my surgery... 😕 You were very lucky to have such a wonderful Mother to be at your side... ❤️💕❤️

[@foreversingle1975]

Have you had your surgery

[@clairevagonis1873]

You are such a beautiful storyteller. I love the way you speak and you just tell everything just like it is I love learning about this kind of stuff. This is a part of life for a long time now people need to understand what other people go through, and if there’s nothing wrong with them, it’s just they were made in the wrong body.😊

[@JKing666]

Congrats! 🍾🎈🎊 NOW PUT ON THE MAID OUTFIT!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

ALREADY DONE

[@jonsprivatelife]

I get nervous just posting a comment on Reddit. I couldn't imagine uploading a blog that's so open and honest like this. It's legit inspirational! Thanks so much for sharing, the vibe of this video is so good, and I'm super glad you're doing well!! :)

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you so much!!

[@rebeccasam3434]

Yeah, the number of monsters out there, it literally is… I probably said too much in this comment section already and I worry about saying stuff on Reddit because of the monsters/sociopaths

[@christophergay7051]

Thank you so much for sharing!!! About 5 months out from surgery myself and this is exactly the inside look into the process I've been searching for!!! ❤

[@mewination]

woo! you go girl!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

hell yeah!!

[@clairevagonis1873]

You’re so lucky you have a beautiful mom and you’re so close with her like that.

[@cynthiafrank5638]

I had the surgery performed in 2007. For a year i felt nothing...then Let's say it was worth it 😊

[@FredMas-gt2uh]

Hi, What did it feel like when you got rid of most of your testosterone ?? Was it more noticeable after hrt and your orchi ??

[@DaeTheGaeFae]

Me watching you fly over 5000 miles for a three week stay while I'm stressing about whether my mom will be okay with taking me to a hospital 50 miles away for like a week... I'm so happy that your mom is completely supportive of your journey. I'm finally getting around to watching this because I've got a Zoom call tomorrow with the surgeon and some others because it's one of the requirements for the surgery. Lol.

[@IzzyBoop]

I just wanna hug you. This video is amazing and helpful to so many people, myself included. Oh and your mom is an absolute MVP.

[@masterofwit339]

Your deeply positive attitude & outlook, along with your beautiful relationship with mom, was tantamount to walking you through this procedure. That, alone, is so incredibly vital. Hoping all remains well for you on your continued transition journey 💖

[@bigcol321]

Such an amazing and truly informative video. Everyone who is considering surgery should watch this. Plus your mom is amazing. Big hugs to both of you

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you!! Glad you liked it

[@LaughingVamps]

I had my bottom surgery in Thailand as well, but with dr. Suporn. He excises every single hair follicle, so I didn't have electrolysis down there and don't have any issues with hairs being in the wrong places 🙂 I had a plush animal with me as well. The nurses loved it too! And um... yes, had quite some... dreams in the weeks after ;-)

[@IgneusOrion]

OMG the wet dream thing! NEVER happened EVER before my surgery, now it's... every couple weeks? Only annoying because it can interrupt my sleep, but otherwise? HELL YEAH!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

IM NOT ALONE !!

[@rebeccasam3434]

Oh wow, I haven’t gotten that far in the video yet because it’s really emotionally difficult for me to watch so I’m doing it in small chunks. Sigh. It turns out I found out that I don’t actually work like how one would assume I would work in a lot of ways. I had no idea until I started researching stuff a few years ago. I wish I had gotten to that point in the video so I could know exactly what the two of you were talking about but I’ve only had one dream that was… once, in high school, and my body was right in it. That’s the only dream related to THAT I can remember, though sometimes I’m right in dreams, which is wonderful. The rest of the time typically just can’t remember my body. But sometimes it’s right.

[@Storemotor73]

I am envious as a cis person

[@hpkitch7356]

The excitement at 3157 gave me tears too! This is amazing to witness and hopeful for the future Sending love to you and your mom!

[@Alucia0]

You have so much more strength then me Alice. I don't think this is something that I will ever be able to do, I don't have the nerve. You are extremely brave, this is such a massive thing and you are absolutely amazing for doing it. I'm also really glad you have such a supportive Mother, she is a gem. I don't have that support, my parents are extremely unsupportive to the point that I have recently had to make the extremely difficult decision to go no contact. I am seriously so pleased for you Alice.

[@imbroken3860]

A lovely view of the cockpit. I cant go there anymore 😂 you are quite lovely! New subscriber from Oklahoma here! I hope you are doing well!

[@Rollergirl88]

I have no idea how you ended up on my home page, but the “I’m up and about, and I have a vagina” made my day and made me stay. Lol. I’m intrigued to watch your videos and learn more. I have a friend who is thankfully, very open to all of my millions of questions. I know I drive them crazy….but I also know that if I don’t ask questions, I’ll never know the answers therefore keeping things more “in the dark”, for lack of better words. And I truly feel that the more educated we all are, the more understanding we can all live peacefully together. And I say we as in everyone. Every type of person, male, female, gay, straight, trans, etc., etc. I don’t say we as in a specific group. WE as in humans. I hope that makes sense 😊

[@daisybe3736]

Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@lousgameswin]

Thanks so much for posting this - it's really helping me appreciate the entire process and realized how much I've wanted it. I'm very happy for you and looking forward to your follow up videos!

[@Utminerr]

I got emotional from this as someone only 3 months on HRT this is encouraging and emotional for me as it oddly feels like my future in a way

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Aw sorry and thank you XD

[@fallenyar]

Thank you for posting this! My surgery is in two weeks so the timing on watching this was amazing.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Good luck!!

[@cashbanucita0025]

I'm both nervous and excited for the day I get my grs surgery this video is comforting to know its perfectly normal to feel this way big love to you Alice x

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you!

[@ClaireWebster986]

Thank you so much for this video. My next therapist appointment we will be talking about surgery. You have given me great insight into it. I was so emotional watching this. Congratulations 🎉💓 Looks like it's gonna be harder than my brain surgery was. I'm SO ready though.

[@herbevans2727]

What a crazy, scary adventure! Much respect to you for being so honest and glad to hear you're doing well. And your Mum is a f'ing champion...you're a lucky girl!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

She is!! I love her so much

[@hassantabir9778]

I am pretty sure now your comfortable using the ladies bathroom without being uncomfortable😊you all go through a lot much strength

[@screryart8591]

Thank you soooo much for this video. I'm gonna have my surgery at the end of this year and it is so nice to see your recovery. The surgery is gonna be somewhat different where I am going, but I feel like this video helps me and hopefully other people a lot! Hope everything works out for you and I am super excited for my own journey

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Good luck!!

[@Mir_Teiwaz]

I'm surprised they didn't charge you until you got to Thailand. When I had my bariatric surgery in Mexico, I had to be paid up 2 weeks before my surgery date or they would cancel it.

[@amystratford3673]

I'm quite surprised with some of the differences. I'm from the uk, so i was very lucky to have this covered on the NHS it just has years long waiting lists (I'm 21 btw). had my bottom surgery on the 30th of November. It was performed by the wonderful Tim Larner in Brighton and it only took 3 hours (he's literally done thousands). day 2 my drains were removed and day 5 my packing was removed (it had a plastic lining so it didn't need replacing). did my first dilation that day too (with the catheter still in and pulled it out straight after). Was discharged on the 6th day. hope this was interesting to you! x

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Wow that would have been nice!

[@LumpyMoose]

I don’t usually watch videos this long, lol. But I wanted to go on this journey with you. I’m glad I did, you’re a special person for making this intimate moment for us come to life.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

I’m glad and I hope you enjoyed it!!

[@shivi5561]

Thanks so much for such a detailed and informative video! I am still taking my time considering both hrt and surgery but this video has really given me a good image of what to expect if I decide to go through.

[@notjustamwac]

Thanks so much for sharing with us! I'm thrilled that you're happy. Just so thrilled for you. Keep smiling, keep living your best life.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Porch.monkey.slayer]

I followed Blake and claum on their FFS. Blake looks ridiculously stunning now! Im cis but love hearing peoples stories ., sending love from Ibiza, Spain x

[@brucegibbins3792]

About 10 years back I was admitted for bottom surgery to remove a cancer tumor in my colon. This was successful and now 10 years after I was diagnosed cancer free. It's great too, young Kiwi, that your surgery was successful too.

[@Necrophyllis.]

I want bottom surgery so bad but im so scared of what could go wrong.

[@arunachalvlogger9043]

Congratulations sister ❤

[@Louize-Poggie]

thank god i dont need surgery to be a bottom🙏

[@MrsDogLover]

No one needs this sort of surgery

[@Louize-Poggie]

i must disagree@@MrsDogLover, as I do firmly believe that some people could immensly profit from being less of a cunt. Also how dare you spread transphobic shit under my silly remarks

[@brianhapeman9262]

Anyone who thinks TG people are just trying to be cool or part of a fad needs to watch this video. Sadly, I’ve seen a political ad that said those exact things (if I can find a link, I’ll add it to my comment).

[@naunga9450]

Anyone else hear that music and expect Tim from Hardware Unboxed to pop out of the bathroom and start reviewing a video card?

[@Iggy253]

Thanks for sharing your experience I hope you're doing well.

[@Aquatendo]

Perfect timing, I have my surgery next Monday! Luckily it’s only an hour from my home, but I’m just as excited and anxious as you were. Videos like this are calming lol

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Oh my gosh good luck!!

[@onewayave66]

I’m getting vulvoplasty in 6 months or so. Seeing this is so beyond helpful. It’s so gratifying to watch someone else go through this sort of thing and knowing I am not in uncharted territory 😢😊.

[@LisaKarolynHolte]

Sorry if this is super obvious to most of you, but for me it's unclear why Alice didn't go for the jejunum graft. I get that scrotal graft became an option because her surgeon could remove the hair follicles (and Alice didn't want to do electrolysis beforehand which is very understandable), but if that was the case with jejunum graft as well, why was there suddenly change in plans? i'm currently trying to figure out what procedure is right for me, and i appreciate Alice making these kinds of videos

[@underhillstudio3074]

congrats girl... its funny you mention the wet dream thing. while i havent had SRS yet i am on HRT for almost 2 years now. My whole life before HRT i had a grand total of zero wet dreams that i can remember. Since HRT, ive had numerous wet dreams that are so wonderful and realistic that upon waking for the day it is as if it really happened. there is a bounce in my step all day and i find myself whistling and smiling.

[@Arlene5Star]

I learned a lot thank you for sharing💜🙏🏻

[@marcomac8824]

We haven’t been waiting for it for a long time.

[@bethbaskett3]

I've had several surgeries, but the longest one was the worst to come out of... my throat and my eyes killed me for hours. You are so inspiring, woman! I love your joy ❤ You help so many people.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Long surgeries suck!!

[@bethbaskett3]

Yes!

[@Not_My_Name5912]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I hope that things go well for you going forward and that you are satisfied with the result

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you xx

[@lovelylipbonesouwwwwwwwolv2198]

18:32 I was nearly about to cry until this part... I'm glad you made a joke XD

[@clairevagonis1873]

I have to say your features everything you are beautiful. I do believe if there is a God he or she doesn’t make mistakes.

[@ianfleming008bsi8]

So on the medical side a couple notes the thing in the back of your hand was an INT/Extension(Intermittent IV access) The clear liquid the gave you for the nausea was likely Ondansetron(Zofran IV) or Promethazine (Phenergan) Though I'd lead on the side of Zofran given my limited knowledge (I just started working on the ambulance cut me some slack) but anyway, Hope recovery goes well, best wishes. Edit Yeah, Went to Thailand in 2017? Yeah Hotter than hell and more humid than an ocean

[@tryggverunberg2983]

Ive been waiting for this video and am looking forward to watching it! Sadly I'm very tired, and gotta wait until tomorrow.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Hope you enjoy it!!

[@tryggverunberg2983]

​@@aliceinwonder1andI'm sure I will

[@uhhhhh......1680]

time for this to go into my mtf transitioning playlist. also how did i start getting recommended this channel after i started considering moving to New Zealand? Google knows too much

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Hahaha goooooogle

[@rebeccasam3434]

Oh my gosh, that’s on the nose! I found it because of Reddit 😅

[@brglbrmft]

omg this is great. i am getting this by the end of the week and while i am scared af, i also want to be prepared! thank you so much for sharing your expirience!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Good luck!!

[@brglbrmft]

@@aliceinwonder1and thank you so much! 😍

[@sheenamoren9780]

I wanna see you ina pair of cat eye glasses I think it would make your eyes pop more plus they are super fun

[@sdvblue5185]

ALICE I LOVE YOU TYSM

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Aw shucks

[@cassandrachurchwell7973]

We almost have the same new birthday! Mine happened on 22/09/2023. xx

[@camo007]

Lets go alice!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Woo!!

[@nbrowser]

While I may not be considering this surgery at all because obviously it isn't for everyone and I'm just a part time crossdresser, the information you're sharing with the world is vitally important. There's a lot for others to learn from here Alice! I'm sure this will help a lot of trans folks out there with their journey, be proud that you're going to be the spark for others.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you!!

[@charlieb6210]

thank you for sharing your experiences with us! ❤ i am planning/saving for ffs in thailand so this was especially interesting for me. you look fab even without makeup. so jelly!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Hope it goes well!!

[@HazelNicolaQuantock]

Thank you for sharing this. No plans for surgery myself but I'll send this to any friends who are considering it.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

You’re welcome and thank you xx

[@nickprince3135]

Vert informative - thanks very much. Good luck for the future.

[@BunnyNiyori]

The Canadian difference. Ok, I am poor, disability pension. ODSP paid for part OHIP got the rest. Cost for me, not a damn cent aside from waiting 3 years worth of initial revelation I was trans and then seeing shrinks and yes you are trans, and now we wait our turn while they decide if I meet the needs. Long waiting line. Yes you meet the requirements, this is your surgery date. Start to finish about 3 years. In other words 3 years and a day I had no idea I was transgender. I had already started hormones and gone full time and name and gender marker change. It's required or they don't think you are serious. I don't pay for hormones. I bought a wardrobe via Thrift. 3 bucks for a used top is better than 30.bucks new eh. The big day. Community care ride to the train in Toronto, train to Montreal. Limo to bed and breakfast, 2 days prep. Limo to hospital, I'm there. 2 days including surgery. 11 days recovery. Ride to Toronto from brother. OHIP pays his gas from his home to Montreal to Toronto and back to his home. Zero expenses. Eventual ride home with Community Care. Community Care are volunteer drivers who get gas costs covered. I have no idea what the total cost was. Not cheap. Go ahead, call Canada a commie socialist country if ya want? I have spent every day since, trying to be grateful to my fellow citizens who saved me.

[@Bloody_Corpses]

Im also on disability and in Canada i love that my Phalloplasty was covered especially when I've heard it could be around 100k

[@rebeccasam3434]

Oh no, how dare a country actually put the needs of citizens above the needs of a few rich dudes! 🙄😂

[@emreduygun]

@@Bloody_Corpseswe shouldn’t have to pay for you. Legislation to make you pay back with interest should be forthcoming

[@Bloody_Corpses]

@@emreduygun well it was life saving 🤷‍♂️ I had to pay for gas

[@maryreynolds5310]

Not quite half way through video, I had to pause to look up what this thing you are calling a Coccyx…Ahha, so we call it a tailbone here in the states. I sapose some call it a Coccyx here…first time I’ve heard this so thank you, I’ve learned a new word 😊 Ok, back to your video..happy to hear all is going well and you finally pooed. lol

[@GamerX-2000]

6:26 girl, I am horrified by the fact you think 86 f is hot. Humid at that temp, maybe, but where I live it’s normal to experience 100 f degree weather. Our winters usually only drop to 40 f and our summers cap at 113-115 f. Tbf we don’t experience much humidity, though.

[@jetbuilder]

Thank you for making this video. I have two pre-op appointments this morning and my surgery is 79 days away. I’m sooo paranoid somethings gonna go wrong and cancel surgery. The wait is torture!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Omg that’s so exciting and totally nerve wracking!! Good luck xx

[@jetbuilder]

Thank you! 13 days!!!!! I'm bouncing off the walls with all the anxiety and excitement. lol I'm so happy it's finally really happening!

[@Susanwillan-ye7xj]

Wait until you've had 35 major operations and 3 ten hour 1s over a weekend and 7 mths in bed when the going gets tough the tough get going

[@AvalonSteelsheen]

Hi Alice! This was a beautiful and emotionally honest glimpse into your experience, and I’m super proud of you for braving everything. And so glad that Melvin was a comfort 🐆😻. While I had been looking forward to this video for months, I managed to let anxieties around my own potential future surgery put me off watching it for far too long. It’s still something that’s a ways off for me and I have a lot of soul searching to do before I make up my mind. Wishing you all the best with your revision surgery. I’ll be interested to see what kind of breast augmentation procedure you end up going with, as I’m personally leaning towards fat transfer over implants.

[@nelipotfootfree]

You are an inspiration, thank you!

[@computer1up]

At 7:20 ish I was like… wait am I watching a Hardware Unboxed video? Anyway, from one Alice to another, I’m so happy for you!

[@noidealol9739]

6:26 Go to the southern US (if it exists) it's always at least 50% humidity and stays in between 30 and 40 degrees Celsius.

[@Maddithabish]

This is super inspirational

[@aliceinwonder1and]

I'm glad you like it

[@Maddithabish]

@@aliceinwonder1and i love it, also i’m from australia and i can confirm i am not real

[@BunnyNiyori]

My surgery, too long waiting, then the day arrived. Trip to Montreal, special mini hospital that specialises. I meet the doctor, nice young guy. I have already prepped the day before (shaving n stuff). So it's get ready and the next thing I know I'm walking to surgery room. Uncomfortable looking table, several people in the room, I get on table and soon it's anesthesia and 1 2 3 4 5 6, I think I lost it about there. I wake up the next morning, I have to pee, 1 hour standing there waiting to finally go. I had a thing in me I didn't pee in the usual manner. Did I mention wow, bag of ice in my post surgery undies, and it doesn't feel cold. Later moved to a recovery facility that I will be at for 11 days. I barely eat. Because I can't move bowels. I mean I have three types of laxative in me. So I don't feel like eating and adding to the problem. Day 3 and finally. Just sort of oozes out. No pushing down remember. Thou shalt not bear down. How else are you supposed to go? Dialation, ok, there is no way to describe this politely. Not even going to try. Uncomfortable. Not thrilling. Messy. Time consuming. Sleep a lot. On my back only, because I got the new boobs bonus add on. Lying on your side not an option, boobs make that very clear. About the only thing I can do, is endlessly get up, slooooowly walk around, up and down small flights of stairs. Because my legs are killing me (unrelated to surgery, I have fibromyalgia). Other than zero desire to sit, the new parts don't really hurt. My misery in my damn legs. I found out later, all my walking was actually a great idea for healing. 11 days later, feeling barely me, but much better. Long drive to Toronto to stay at an extended recovery place (nursing staff handy). Drove the whole way on my back seat fully reclined. Owe my brother a debt for that drive. End of month, and I go home. I was more or less my old routine 1.5 years following. Of course 90% of recovery was done before I left the recovery location. You know you are back 100% when you have your first bike ride as a girl :) That took a couple of years.

[@skyethebi]

Wait you aren’t used to 30°C weather? I really do gotta move to NZ bc where I live we’re currently in a heat wave reaching over 40°C and I hate the heat.

[@hyperplayability6290]

Yeah its quite nice here in Auckland xD Was an awfully hot summer at the end of last year/start of this year, was stuck at 27C for quite a while Generally we get high 10's to mid 20's for temperature range in Auckland during summer, and ~5-16 for winter (Celsius)

[@HotDogTimeMachine385]

Congrats!!!!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thankuuu

[@HotDogTimeMachine385]

@@aliceinwonder1and Thank YOU for sharing, Alice. This helps so many people!

[@amieguerin4107]

From your description of the surgery, the doctor was not experienced in Penile inversion surgery. You picked the wrong hospital unfortunately. I had my surgery 3 yrs ago in Montreal and entire procedure was done in one operation that took about 2 or 3 hours. Surgery was at 1230 pm and I woke up from it at about 4 pm. They had me up and walking within 48 hrs. Every hospital that does bottom surgery is different, but GRS Montreal has a routine that seems to work well. The food though was, well, questionable at times.

[@dorongrossman-naples9207]

I think the Thai method is not penile inversion, but rather an entirely different way of doing it. So naturally it'll go differently.

[@amieguerin4107]

@@dorongrossman-naples9207 that is true. I understand Dr. Suporn developed a new method many years ago, but it is not offered outside of Thailand, and I thought only he used it.

[@E.Mulchi]

The nausea thing is interesting. I didn't remember having. That I had it while on morphine but off it I was definitely fine. This was for FFS btw

[@MmmHuggles]

You have a lot more courage than I ever will.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Aw thanks

[@LaurelWalker-ml8nu]

Alice Thank You so much for this. I'm in the process of scheduling my initial consult currently. Hugs, love🩵🩷🤍

[@cthulhucy]

Waking up from bottom surgery is such a weird feeling, it feels like a SUPER tight tuck. And the first shower where you look down and don't see it between your legs? Wow

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Oh yeah hahaha it was pretty wild

[@CybernerdShua]

Don't make me MORE excited for bottom surgery, please. (This was made to be a joke. I think it's awesome that it can be so life-changing)

[@rebeccasam3434]

I’m probably lucky that I can’t really see anything anyway Since I probably can’t do anything about things.

[@EstrogenSingularity]

I've had my Orchiectomy I don't know if I can handle the recovery for bottom surgery but the more I think about it the more I want it

[@user-nd7rd8jo6h]

I was able to capture my initial reaction on video, ugliest cry ever 🤣🤣🤣

[@Jackie_Sins]

From one trans girl to another thank you for sharing your experience. I hope to have this surgery relatively soon.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you so much!! Good luck!!

[@Bloody_Corpses]

Good luck 🤗

[@p1nk_em]

good luck!!!

[@NewJack-wr4bq]

I beg you not to. The Lord made your body how it should be…. Don’t listen to demons telling you to debase yourself and destroy your manhood. The painful irony is that you will only “be in the wrong body” one day when you realize your manhood was sacrificed to this sick world. Jesus touch this person

[@JeffTiberend]

Good luck! I hope I can get on HRT in the future.

[@hubblebubbledouble]

As a fellow trans girl, this was so incredibly inspiring, from start to finish. And the relationship you have with your mother is just so heart-warming and refreshing to see. Please keep spreading educational information like this. Not only does it help us trans people, but it helps educate so many cis people too! Truly wish you the best, Alice ❤and I hope you have a good revision Here, have a blåhaj 🦈 :) 🫴

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you!!

[@rebeccasam3434]

Oh my gosh, I love your ending to your message! 😅 I’ve only been able to watch this slowly over the course of days because it’s kind of emotionally rough for me. But I teared up when her mom came in, when they were being separated, and kissed her on the forehead. I’m tearing up again saying that now.

[@hubblebubbledouble]

@@rebeccasam3434 It was so wholesome 😭 I was hugging my Blåhaj so tightly while watching it 😢 🦈

[@rebeccasam3434]

aaaaaaah! I really need to get Blåhaj... Do you have a big one or little one?@@hubblebubbledouble

[@BunnyNiyori]

Interesting to here of your procedure differences. I went from standing in a hospital gown, flashing Dr Brassard, and his remarking "lots of skin" I think that was a positive. Then surgery, not sure how long it was to be honest. Number of hours. And from there it was finished aside from recovery. I gained B cup breasts (I could have gone to C but decided nah). I can say that no man can tell if I was born with a vagina or not. My family doctor remarked during my first girl style exam "nice work" funny comment while my doctor is staring at my hoohaw considering I have been male with him for decades. I have had no issues.

[@autumn_breeze616]

I'm hoping to go with Brassard for my surgery... I'm really excited but also thinking about it for too long triggers my goofy ass anxiety ughh. I need this so so so badly but it also seems like the scariest thing I'll ever do. Hearing other people's stories helps normalize it though, so that's good. Thank you for that :)

[@wolfsainio8115]

It's very brave and kind of you to share something as personal as this. ❤

[@aliceinwonder1and]

I want to help people!

[@wolfsainio8115]

@@aliceinwonder1and 💗

[@1Woofer1]

"T posing, to assert my dominance one final time before they took my penis away from me" was by far my favorite moment in this video lmaoo Anyhow congrats on getting the surgery! You don't know me so it probably means nothing but i'm proud of you for being able to do this

[@BlennzFire]

I don't need bottom surgery cuz I'm already a bottom. Now all jokes aside I'm happy for you and I wish you to live the best life you ever can.

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Hehe silly bottom. Thanks xx

[@BlennzFire]

This video made me very much cry. You are a strong lady. @@aliceinwonder1and

[@aylen7062]

Does that mean now Alice became a bottom?

[@Aubstob]

@@aylen7062 she did it for pegging ofc

[@jordankids8050]

​@aylen7062 yes, yes it does

[@linkcarter6664]

Okay so I love you❤ No hate. Just a little anatomy lesson. The inside part is called the vagina. The outside parts like the labia minora, labia majora and clitoris are all collectively called the vulva and the front part where the hair grows is called the pubis. Again. No hate. Just a little confusing to be calling all of those different things “vagina”😂

[@lbazemore585]

I have a question. With this surgery can you actually ever have an orgasm? Do you actually give up the potential to orgasm in order to have a cosmetic vagina, etc.? I hope you are fulfilled by this process to which you have committed yourself.

[@SeanVeira]

As someone who has multiple surgeries in my life, complete understanding being nervous about having surgery. As had the same experience with high blood pressure when I was dealing with doctors when I had my second bout of cancer. They failed to understand why someone might freak out after given them terrible news. Sigh…

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Aww. I’m sorry that sucks a lot. Hope you’re doing better now

[@SeanVeira]

@@aliceinwonder1and Yes, thank you. Recently made it to my five year cancer free mark. Hopefully your recovers will also go well.

[@rebeccasam3434]

Yes, it’s clearly so complicated why someone might freak out 🙄🙄🙄 My blood pressure goes up anytime I’m around doctors and whatnot, much less before surgery I should think! I’ve only had surgery once, and it was like laparoscopic so comparatively no big deal at all and yet I was terrified, and even then I wasn’t really back to normal for months. I had really low energy for months, I could barely read for two weeks afterwards Thankfully I feel totally fine here years later!

[@___Marie___]

Your relationship with your mom seems so sweet, I'm really happy for you 😊 Big hugs to both of you 🫂🫂

[@aliceinwonder1and]

I love her a lot

[@writer4life724]

While I'm cis, I've had trans friends talk about this surgery and metoidioplasty. Thank you for sharing your journey to help others and I wish you luck on the follow-up surgery!

[@aliceinwonder1and]

Thank you so much!!

[@stefkakratseva4880]

What is this cis??? A made up bullshit from the ugly confused psychos that wanna be women😅😅😅! How mad can you be??? So nothing like cis-mis words!!! It is called a WOMAN!!!! And the wanna be crazy ones 😂😂😂😂!

[@scratchy1704]

No cis is made up.

[@nifflofair6685]

You are a woman not cis!

[@HumanimalChannel]

Calling yourself cis... don't be such a simp. It isn't a meaningful word, it is slang that degrades fact and it is completely unnecessary. You say, "whilst I am not trans" for example. "Man" "woman" are full complete descriptions that do not require, nor never will require, embellishmnet or any type of added descriptor. They are complete, succinct, and correct.