Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Reminder for Moms in the Thick of It

Pregnancy and postpartum change everything—including our breasts. From tenderness in the first trimester, to fullness while nursing, to the ups and downs of weaning—it’s normal for your body to feel like a stranger sometimes.

But even in this season of rapid change, paying attention matters. Breast cancer doesn’t wait until our kids are older, and the earlier we learn our own “normal,” the stronger we’ll be for whatever comes next.

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Gentle Reminders for Moms

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Know your postpartum normal

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‍Breast changes are expected during pregnancy and nursing, but don’t dismiss new lumps, skin changes, or pain. If something feels unusual for you, bring it up with your provider.

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‍Check in regularly—even under 40

The standard mammogram age is 40, but if you have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, talk to your doctor sooner. They may recommend earlier screenings, genetic testing, or extra monitoring.

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Listen to your instincts

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‍No question is too small. Whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, or formula feeding, you deserve reassurance and answers when something feels off.

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Breast Changes in Pregnancy & Postpartum

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What’s normal

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• Tenderness or soreness in early pregnancy
• Fuller, heavier breasts as milk comes in
• Leaking colostrum or milk
• Lumpy or uneven feeling when breasts are engorged or after a feed/pump

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Worth asking your provider about

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• A lump that doesn’t go away after a feeding or pumping
• Skin dimpling, puckering, or redness
• Nipple changes (like inversion or discharge that isn’t milk)
• Persistent pain in one area that feels different from typical engorgement

✨ Reminder: Your breasts will change a lot in this season—but you know your body best. If something feels off, check in with your provider. Peace of mind is worth it.

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How to Show Support This Month

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Join a local event

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‍Many communities host Breast Cancer Awareness walks or fundraisers in October. It’s stroller-friendly, family-friendly, and a powerful way to show up together.

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Be part of the meal train

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Know a mom navigating treatment? Organize childcare swaps, drop off dinner, or send a gift card for groceries or takeout. The village matters most during hard seasons.

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‍Lift each other up online

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Share a reminder with your own circle—whether it’s posting about scheduling a check, sharing your experience, or reminding friends of the importance of screening. Your voice might be the nudge another mom needs.

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‍Support the cause

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From wearing pink to buying products where proceeds go toward breast cancer research, these small actions ripple outward.

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‍Teach through action

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Let your kids see you prioritizing your health. That small act plants seeds for how they’ll one day care for their own bodies.

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Why It Matters

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Motherhood often pulls our attention outward, but our health is the foundation that makes everything else possible. When we take time to care for ourselves, we’re not being selfish—we’re showing our kids what strength, love, and resilience look like.

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✨ Villie Tip: This October, set a calendar reminder for a monthly self-check. Text a mom friend and make it a buddy system—because caring for our bodies is easier when we don’t do it alone. 💕

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