Safeguarding Young Athletes: Our responsibility
We want to emphasise a critical aspect of youth sports that often slips under the radar—the protection and well-being of our young athletes, with a particular focus on breast health. In our roles as parents, club officials, school principals, and caregivers, we all share a collective responsibility to ensure the safety and holistic development of […]
Why is breast protection necessary?
The topic of mandating breast protection for females in sports is an important one that warrants careful consideration. While protective gear is already commonplace in many sports, such as helmets, shin guards, and mouthguards, breast protection specifically tailored for females is not currently mandated. Here are some arguments in favour of implementing such a mandate: […]
Breaking the Myth: Small Breasts, Big Risks
Let’s shed light on a common misconception that often goes unnoticed but can have profound consequences for young girls and women: the belief that only developed breasts require protection. Many women and parents subscribe to the notion that breast protection is necessary only when a girl’s breasts have fully developed. The assumption is that larger […]
5 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR BREASTS EVERY DAY (EVEN IN HIGH-CONTACT SPORT!)
5 ways to protect your breasts every day (even in high-contact sport!) If you have breasts, then you’re likely to experience breast pain, known as mastalgia, at some point in your life. Breast pain is often chronic, which means it can affect your body and overall sense of wellbeing in the long term. So, it’s […]
THE SPORTSWOMAN’S GUIDE TO BEST-PRACTICE BREAST PROTECTION
The sportswoman’s guide to best-practice breast protection Put simply, if you play sport and have breasts, you should be protecting them. No ifs, ands or buts: even if you don’t experience any breast pain, you play a non-contact sport or your breasts are on the smaller side, preventative breast protection should be a priority for […]
REGAIN YOUR STRENGTH & RECLAIM YOUR POWER AFTER CHEST MUSCLE INJURY
Regain your strength & reclaim your power after chest muscle injury If you’ve ever experienced chest muscle injury, you’ll be all too familiar with the physical toll it can have on your day-to-day life. But then there’s the emotional toll too: debilitating injury or chronic pain can deplete your confidence and make you feel powerless. […]
ONGOING BOOB PAIN: WHEN TO WORRY AND WHEN TO WAIT
ONGOING BOOB PAIN: WHEN TO WORRY AND WHEN TO WAIT When your boobs hurt, it’s no fun, to put it lightly. Breast pain can affect how you move through the world – whether it’s at work or on the field – as you avoid contact-heavy situations. It can whittle away your confidence going in for […]
YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT BOOB ARMOUR FIT
YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT BOOB ARMOUR FIT Ready to protect your breasts, but wondering about your perfect Boob Armour fit? Breasts are as unique and diverse as the people they belong to. So, naturally, our super-protective Boob Armour inserts can’t exist in one-size-fits-all to support all of the different bodies out there. When you’re […]
YOUR NEW BREAST FRIEND: 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY BOOB ARMOUR
YOUR NEW BREAST FRIEND: 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY BOOB ARMOUR So, you’re tossing up whether to purchase your very own Boob Armour? Amazing – but before you do, there are some things you should know. First and foremost: Boob Armour was designed for people with breasts. If you have breasts, Boob Armour […]
BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA (BCNA) & BOOB ARMOUR
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) work toensure that all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support. BCNA’s impact means that they make a difference for all Australians with a breast cancer diagnosis, regardless of whether they have been in contact with BCNA or not. Founded in 1998 and recognised […]