Breast massage can help you relax, ease tenderness and swelling, support breastfeeding (it's often used to help with milk flow and clogged ducts) and help you learn what's normal for your body. It isn't proven to detox the body or prevent breast cancer, but knowing your normal makes changes easier to spot.
We’ve already talked about how beneficial it is for men to look at and touch breasts. Now we want to discuss the 6 incredible health benefits women get when they touch their own breasts, or let someone else touch them. So let’s dive deep into why ladies should be fondling themselves more.
1. Self-love & Confidence
A lot of women have a love-hate relationship with their breasts. Either they’re too big or too small; saggy or uneven, or just painful. When a woman gives herself a breast massage, she’s connecting with that part of her body on a deeper level. By stimulating circulation in the mammary glands, oxytocin is released into the body. The ‘Love-hormone’ is responsible for reducing depression, elevating your mood and providing a deep sense of happiness and connection.
There’s also nothing wrong with a woman deriving pleasure from touching herself. It builds confidence and makes it easier for her to let her partner know how she wants to be touched. By giving herself a breast massage, especially when she takes the time to focus on feelings of love and gratitude towards each breast, she is embracing all of herself and promoting self-acceptance. And there is nothing sexier than a woman who loves herself!
2. Relieves Stress & Tension
Slowing down and actually taking the time to massage any part of your body is extremely good for you. Studies have shown that massages lower your heart rate and blood pressure, while releasing serotonin in the body. Which leads to lower stress hormone levels and a better night’s sleep.
Whether a woman has her breasts massaged in a spa by a professional or simply lights some candles in her bathroom and applies warm oil to her own chest, the benefits are the same. Relaxation, relief from tension and calming the mind and central nervous system. Ladies feel free to request some rubbing loving from your partner as well. This can easily be beneficial for both of you.
3. Releases Toxins From The Body
The lymphatic system in the body is responsible for transferring fluid from the cells, fat from the intestines and waste out of the body. It also helps your immune system function properly. Moving the body during exercise or massage stimulates lymphatic drainage, which helps fluid move through the body.
Breast tissue extends all the way into the armpit where lymph nodes exist. Gentle massage toward the armpit supports lymph flow, which can ease swelling.
4. Reduces Tenderness & Swelling
Women who experience severe pain, breast tenderness or swelling during their menstrual cycles can ease some of the discomfort by massaging their breasts. For the same reasons as above, movement of that area, while painful at first, will eventually cause excess fluids to be released through the lymphatic system. Which will reduce pain, swelling and tenderness in the breasts. A much more effective pain reliever than a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.
5. Good For Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can be both a blessing and a curse at the same time. Gentle breast massages help drain the milk ducts of old milk, while stimulating the production of more. They also help treat or prevent other lactation issues such as painful infections of the breast tissue, plugged nipples and engorgement. New moms need rest and relaxation more than anyone else and should schedule weekly breast massages for themselves.
Breast Awareness & Early Detection
While a breast massage is not the same as a breast examination, getting to know your breasts is still valuable. Massage doesn’t prevent breast cancer, but touching your breasts regularly helps you know your normal so you can spot changes early.
Secondly, when a woman massages her breasts regularly, she’s in tune with her body and is much more likely to notice any new changes such as hard lumps or increased sensitivity to an area. Knowing your normal helps you spot changes early and report them to a doctor, and finding breast cancer early generally makes treatment more effective.
There you have it, ladies. 6 amazing reasons why you or someone else should massage your breasts. Take pride and pleasure in your lady lumps and relish the fact that they bring so much joy to you and the world. Check out the Booby Pillow to see how we do our part to make the world a happier place. One Booby Pillow at a time!
Frequently asked questions
Is breast massage good for you?
It can be relaxing and may ease tenderness and swelling. Lactation consultants often recommend gentle massage to help with milk flow.
Does breast massage prevent breast cancer?
No. There's no evidence that massage or self-exams prevent breast cancer. Knowing how your breasts normally look and feel helps you notice changes to report to a doctor.
Does breast massage help with breastfeeding?
Gentle massage is commonly recommended to help milk flow and relieve engorgement or clogged ducts.
