Top 10 Gifts for Someone on a Gender-Affirming Voice Journey
Finding the perfect gift for someone embarking on a gender-affirming voice journey is an opportunity to show your support.
Whether they’re working toward a more feminine or masculine voice, thoughtful gifts can make an impact on their progress.
From tools to enhance audio quality to self-care items that nurture their emotional journey, there’s something here for everyone. And let’s be honest, you might find yourself wanting a few of these for your own vocal practice, too!
Here are some practical and uplifting gift ideas tailored to help along the gender affirming voice path to vocal confidence.
1. Voice Journal
Tracking progress is essential in any kind of voice work. This is especially true in gender affirming training where small, daily changes can make a big difference. A journal with guided prompts for reflection can help track milestones and build a routine.
This one from Papier is pretty and has space for reflection and weekly and daily planning.
The Build-A-Habit Guide from Therapy Notebooks helps to create a consistent practice routine.
I just bought the Hobonichi Techo Cousin planner. And I deeply love it. This planner has a cult following and gorgeous paper - worth a look!
A journal can be a great way to keep track of practice habits and reflect on how the process is going.
2. High-Quality Water Bottle
Hydration is key for vocal health, so a top-notch water bottle is both a practical and thoughtful gift.
Opt for stainless steel bottles, which are durable, non-toxic, and more environmentally friendly than plastic.
Hydro Flask has 24oz, 32oz, and 44oz options and a wide range of cute colors.
Yeti offers even larger sizes - I have the 64 oz bottle. Having the large size helps keep me accountable for my hydration every day.
If you want to personalize your bottle with a name or monogram, S’well has great options!
3. Herbal Teas
Drinking plain old water is great for hydration, but in the winter months, it’s great to have a hot, soothing beverage to support your vocal health. Try putting together a collection of lovely herbal teas!
I like chamomile, ginger, lemon balm, and rooibos tea the best, but there are endless options.
You can buy loose herbal teas in bulk, or buy tea bags, depending on what the recipient prefers.
4. Singing Straw
A straw is a great tool that helps with the essential skills for voice training, like warming up. It's also helpful in developing breath control, and extending pitch ranges.
While you can use any straw to get these benefits, the Singing Straw is specially designed for vocal exercises. It comes with three 3mm stainless steel straws in a wooden carrying case. It’s customizable and beneficial both for beginners and those who are further along in their gender affirming voice journey.
I personally love my Singing Straw. I feel the difference when I use it. It’s a super helpful gift.
5. Voice-Related Books
Books are an invaluable resource for anyone on a gender affirming voice journey.
The Voice Book for Trans and Non-Binary People by Gillie Stoneham and Matthew Mills is a great guide with exercises and insights.
The Voice Book by Kate DeVore and Starr Cookman is another great read that offers tips for voice use.
6. Quality Microphone
A good microphone can make all the difference when recording your voice to assess your progress. It can also be helpful when taking lessons.
The Blue Yeti is widely used, affordable, reliable, and easy to use.
If you’re looking for studio quality, the Rode NT-USB Mini Studio-Quality USB Condenser Microphone might be for you.
If you’re looking to spend a little less, the Warm Audio Tempest - Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser USB Microphone is another great option.
7. Quality Headphones
Quality headphones are helpful when listening back to recordings chatting with friends online.
The Soundcore Space One headphones are affordable, over-the-ear, noise canceling, and wireless. (They also come in a cute blue color.)
The JBL Refect Aero earbuds are waterproof and comfortable for taking practice on the go.
8. Gift Card for True Voice or Private Lessons
Resources are gifts that keep on giving! A gift card to work with a voice coach could help to build accountability and finally discover the right techniques.
True Voice Vocal Feminization E-Course is a great option for someone who likes to learn on their own or at their own pace.
A gift card for a gender affirming voice consultation is great for someone who prefers to work one-on-one.
9. Humidifier
Hydration is essential for vocal cords, and a humidifier can be a huge help, especially during dry seasons. Humidifiers are great to use overnight (and during the day), and especially when you have the heat on. Wirecutter has a list of great options for any price range.
10. Self-Care Gifts
Vocal training can be an emotional journey, and self-care gifts can offer moments of relaxation and support.
Consider things like soy wax candles, a cozy weighted blanket, or some lavender bubble bath or lotion.
It’s important to make sure you buy soy wax when you’re candle shopping. Paraffin wax, which is what most inexpensive candles are made of, release harmful chemicals. These chemicals can affect the respiratory system.
My favorite brand of 100% soy candles is from my hometown of Chicago: Edgewater Candles.
Conclusion
Supporting someone on their gender affirming voice journey doesn’t have to be complicated.
These gifts are not only practical but also show thoughtfulness and care. What a joy to be a part of their path to vocal confidence and authenticity.
Whether you’re choosing a voice journal, a high-quality microphone, or a Singing Straw, your gift can be a source of encouragement.
And who knows—you might just inspire them to hit their next milestone with confidence!