October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this year we are doing more than turning things pink. We have teamed up with the amazing team at Boobydoo, the sports bra experts, to help women feel supported, inside and out.
Because whether you are doing squats, stretches or shaving your legs, your boobs deserve a little TLC too.
Why Checking Your Boobs Matters
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, but the good news is that early detection saves lives. Regular self checks help you get to know what is normal for you, so you can spot any changes early.
Think of it as another form of self care. Quick, simple and something you can do while you are moisturising, getting dressed or in the shower.
How to Check Your Boobies (Properly!)
You do not need any fancy equipment or perfect timing, just a few minutes.
👀 Look
Stand in front of a mirror with your hands on your hips. Check for:
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Changes in shape or size
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Skin dimpling or puckering
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Inverted nipples or unusual discharge
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Rashes or redness around the nipple area
🤲 Feel
Use the flat part of your fingers (not the tips) and work your way around each breast. You can do this:
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In the shower (soap helps your hands glide)
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Lying down (so tissue spreads evenly)
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Or standing up
Press gently in small circular motions, feeling for any lumps, thickening or changes in texture. Do not forget your underarms and up to your collarbone, as breast tissue goes higher than you might think.
🔁 Repeat
Make it a regular part of your routine. Once a month is perfect. Pick the same time each month so you remember, maybe when your new blades arrive. 😉
If you find anything unusual, do not panic, but do get it checked with your GP. Most changes are not cancer, but it is always worth checking.
About Boobydoo 💪
We have teamed up with Boobydoo because they are all about giving women the support they deserve, literally.
Boobydoo are the sports bra experts, helping women move with confidence by providing perfectly fitted bras that stop bounce (because yes, boobs can move up to 14 cm when you exercise).
They have spent 20 years supporting over 100,000 women to find the right fit, reduce discomfort and stay active, whether you are training for a marathon or chasing toddlers around the kitchen.
They stock the widest range of sports bras in the world (sizes 28 to 54 band, A to K cup) and they are on a mission to make sure every woman feels comfortable, supported and confident when she moves.
💕 FFS x Boobydoo Giveaway
To celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we have joined forces with Boobydoo for a special giveaway on Instagram.
You could win an FFS self care bundle and a Boobydoo sports bra to give your boobs and your body the love they deserve.
👉 And do not forget to check out Boobydoo’s website for fitting tips and expert advice.
Remember
Check them. Love them. Keep them safe.
For fannies’, breasts’ and every body’s sake. 💗
