Free Soul X Breast Cancer Awareness
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As a brand dedicated to female wellness, supporting women is at the centre of everything we do.
That’s why we’re bringing you our own guide, supported by expert knowledge and advice from some of the leading Breast Cancer Awareness charities. The wellbeing of our Free Soul community is important to us and we hope by sharing this we’ll help our community continue to learn.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. But, regular checking and early detection is live-saving. So, let’s get checking!
There’s no right or wrong way to check your breasts, the important thing is getting to know what's normal for you and building this practice into your weekly or monthly ritual.
How to check your breasts
Follow our helpful tips to get more confident checking yourself this month and every month.
1. Understand what’s normal for you
Everyone’s breasts are different, and our breasts can change in size and shape throughout our cycle. So, it’s important for you to get to know what normal is for you, that way you can detect any sudden changes.
2. Checking regularly
Incorporate checking your breasts into your morning routine, you can check in the shower, laid in bed or in front of the mirror. By checking on a regular basis you will also build confidence in knowing what is normal for you.
3. Look and feel
There are many signs and symptoms of breast cancer, but not all of them can be felt. That’s why it is key that you look and feel your breasts when checking.
4. If in doubt, please consult your GP
If you have any further questions or are unsure about something, always consult your GP or healthcare provider. Don’t put it off, book that appointment
5. Sign up to CoppaFeel’s helpful text reminder – it’s FREE!
CoppaFeel is an amazing charity raising awareness for early detection of breast cancer by encouraging women under 30 to regularly check their breasts. We love their Instagram @coppafeelpeople, which always features helpful resources and information that could quite literally save your life.
CoppaFeel have a FREE text reminder service that you can sign up too. Simply sign up via their website to receive monthly reminder texts to check your breasts - such a helpful tool, and they’re always so clever and engaging too!
**At Free Soul, your wellbeing is our priority, and although we pride ourselves on our expertise in women's health and wellbeing, it is important to acknowledge the individuality of each person. Features published by Free Soul are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease, or replace the advice of your GP. We always recommend consulting with a healthcare provider if you encounter any health concerns, and we’ll always be here to support you so you’re never alone on your journey.
