| Having breasts is such a
new thing for teen girls. When you start developing
breasts, it is common to spend a lot of time thinking
about how you look and how you compare to others.
You may wish your breasts were bigger, or you
may wish they were smaller. And there may even
be times when you can’t decide which you
would prefer. The important thing to remember
is that every woman is different in the shape
and size of her breasts. Your breasts don’t
need to look like your friend’s breasts
or a magazine model’s breasts.
It is also important to know
that it is very common for your two breasts
to be different sizes – especially as
you first start developing. Other people can’t
tell that your breasts are different sizes.
Also, exercises, vitamins, herbal teas and creams,
will NOT change the size of one or both of your
breasts.
Throughout puberty, you might see or feel lumps
and other changes in your breasts. During your
period, they may even feel a little tender or
sore. Most of the changes your breasts will
go through are normal. To get used to these
normal changes, it is important to regularly
do a breast self-examination (BSE). You should
do a BSE once a month, about a week after your
period starts. Let your doctor know if you find
a lump or pain that you are not sure about.
But keep in mind that harmless lumps are common
in young women. Your doctor can show you exactly
how to do a BSE.
While these instructions should not replace
a doctor’s visit, you can learn “How
to Perform a Breast Self-Examination”
here. |
