At Perky, we believe every woman deserves to feel empowered in her body — and that starts with knowing how to check your breasts. Scroll down to watch as Crystal walks you through a simple breast self-exam you can do at home, in under five minutes.

Why it Matters:

Knowing your body can literally save your life. A self breast exam is important because it empowers you to know your body — and potentially catch changes early, when treatment is often more effective.

💗 You know your normal best. Doctors see you once or twice a year. You are with your body every day. A self breast exam helps you stay familiar with how your breasts usually look and feel, so you can quickly notice anything new, different, or concerning.

🕵️‍♀️ Early detection can save lives. While self exams aren’t a replacement for mammograms or clinical exams, many people have discovered lumps or changes through a self check. Finding something early means faster follow-up — and potentially, catching cancer at a more treatable stage.

🧘‍♀️ It builds body awareness and confidence. Touching and checking your body regularly can remove fear, reduce stigma, and even boost confidence. It’s a form of self-care, not just a chore.

🔁 It’s simple, free, and only takes 5 minutes. No equipment, no appointment, no excuses. Just you, your hands, and a few intentional minutes once a month.

💡 Bonus: If you’ve had breast surgery, reconstruction, or implants, a self exam is still important.

Let’s Check Those Boobs Together — Step by Step 💁‍♀️

Nurse Cystal walks you through how to check your breasts as home.

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➡️ Send this to your sister, your bestie, your mama — every woman deserves to know how.

Click the link below for a FREE printable guide to the breast self-exam. 👇

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