How to check your boobs

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month but its essential that we all check out our breast tissues at least once a month.  Watch this CoppaFeel! guide on getting to know your boobs or pecs and the signs and symptoms to be aware of. Watch and learn.

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There were no rules for boob checking just do whatever feels comfortable. The key is getting to know what normal feels like for you.

All you need are your hands your boobs and some handy pointers you can check anywhere in the shower on the sofa even when you’re getting dressed just make it part of your normal routine.

Everybody has breast tissue all genders so we should all be checking you spend more time with your body than anyone else so you’re the best person to know how your boobs usually feel.

All boobs are different and they’ll naturally change throughout your life even each month so get to know their natural rhythm. Note anything that changes or seems unusual if one area feels thicker
or any new lumps appear or if you notice a sudden change in size or shape.

It’s normal for boobs to hurt around your period but if the pain is different or they’re more often then get it checked out keep an eye out for changes to the skin like dimpling or puckering or any
unexplained rashes or redness and don’t forget your nipples look to see if they’ve become pulled in good position or change shape or if there’s any crusting or liquid coming out.

Mmake sure you’re feeling everywhere there’s breast tissue not just your boobs but right up to your collarbone and under your armpits or two in case there’s any swelling we recommend copping a feel once a month.

If you notice anything that doesn’t feel normal monitor it for a week and book an appointment with your doctor sign up for our handy reminders so you remember to check.