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BODY IMAGE
Body image is how we think and feel about ourselves physically. Sometimes, we worry about how we look or what our friends think about our body. If you're struggling with body image, here’s some advice that can help you.
How to look after the relationship you have with your body.
A great list that encourages you to reflect on the positives of the body you are in and learn to love it.
The Be Real campaign aims to change attitudes towards body image and empower people to feel great about the body they are in. You can find out more on their site.
PUBERTY
As you get older your body goes through a number of changes, called puberty, and the speed of these changes is different for everyone. Find out more here.
View this handout to see an overview of information relating to physical puberty.
This handout is a great visual summary of the key information you need to know relating to puberty.
BREASTS AND CHESTS
Breasts and chests come in all shapes and sizes, but it’s really common to worry that your chest or breasts aren’t ‘normal’; find out more here.
It’s really important to learn what is normal for your breasts or chest so you can spot any changes to your breast or chest health.
CoppaFeel! aim to ensure all breast cancers are diagnosed early and correctly. You can find important information on how to check your breasts or chest for the signs and symptoms of breast cancer here.
FEMALE GENITALS
Like every other part of your body, every vagina and vulva is different but worrying about what’s ‘normal’ is really common. This page runs through some of the basics of how the vagina and vulva actually work.
This booklet is here to help you to understand your vulva - you might be worried about how you look or feel and it can be difficult to know where to turn for advice. Everyone’s vulva is unique and will change throughout life. Find out more here.
People often use the word vagina when actually they mean the vulva. The vagina is the muscular tube inside the body whereas the vulva is the visible bit of the genitals – outside the body. Here you will find all the information and advice you need to understand and appreciate your vulva.
Common questions and answers about vaginas and vulvas.
MALE GENITALS
Find out key information about what the penis and testicles do and how to look after them.
Like every other part of your body, everyone’s penis and testicles are different, but worrying about what’s ‘normal’ is really common. Here you will find all the information and advice you need to understand and appreciate your penis and testicles.
The foreskin is the fold of skin that covers the head of the penis when it is soft. Learn about reasons for circumcision and how to tell if something is wrong with your foreskin.
Common questions and answers about penises and testicles.
If you notice any changes, or anything unusual about your penis, testicles or anus, you should see your GP. Find out more about this here.