Meet the Bosom Buddy: A Loving Reminder for Your Monthly Self-Checks
- patricia alvarado
- Sep 28
- 2 min read
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to wear pink, share stories, and support women everywhere. But beyond the ribbons and campaigns, there’s something simple yet powerful you can do for yourself at home: a monthly breast self-check.
It takes just a few minutes, but it could truly save your life.
Why self-checks matter
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. While not every lump or change means cancer, early detection makes a huge difference in treatment and survival.
By checking your breasts regularly, you get to know what’s normal for you — so if something feels off, you’ll notice it sooner.
Some signs to watch out for:
A lump or thickening in the breast or underarm
Changes in breast size or shape
Skin dimpling, redness, or puckering
Ongoing pain
Nipple discharge or inversion
Most changes aren’t cancer, but if something feels unusual, it’s always best to see your doctor.
How often should you check?
Once a month is perfect.
If you menstruate: a few days after your period ends, when your breasts are less tender.
If you don’t: just pick a special date each month (the 1st, or even your birthday date).
The secret isn’t perfection, it’s consistency.
Our story: from Zumba to Bosom Buddy
We know how easy it is to forget — life gets busy, and sometimes health checks fall to the bottom of the list. That’s exactly why we decided to create something that makes it easier, friendlier, and even joyful.
We’re Patricia and Jenny, two women who met through Zumba class. Patricia is a Zumba instructor and entrepreneur, and Jenny — her student from Colombia — is a talented crochet artist. Together, we realized we could combine our passions to make a difference.
As women, we know firsthand how easy it is to push our health aside.
“We’re women too, and we also need reminders. Not just an alert on your phone that you swipe away, but something real, easy, and powerful.” — Patricia
“When I crochet each Bosom Buddy, I think of the women who will hold it in their hands. It’s more than a product — it’s a gentle friend reminding you to care for yourself.” — Jenny
That’s how the Bosom Buddy was born.
Handmade with love, this little crochet breast comes with a pin-tracking system. Each month, after your self-check, you place a pin to mark it. Simple, visual, and empowering — turning what can feel like a scary task into a small act of self-love and care.
Join us in making self-checks a habit 💕
Awareness is important, but action is what saves lives.💪
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, give yourself the gift of peace of mind.
Start your journey with a Bosom Buddy — a handmade reminder created by women, for women.
Let’s remind ourselves (and each other) that our health matters, every single month.
🤝Together, we can turn awareness into action.
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