6 Steps of Breast Self-Examination 🩷 Early detection can save lives — and it starts with you. Take a few minutes each month to check for changes and stay aware. Step 1: Pick Your Day Check your breasts once a month. Step 2: Visual Examination in Front of a Mirror Stand straight with shoulders back and hands on hips. Look for changes in size, shape, or symmetry. Check for any swelling, dimpling, or redness. Now, raise your arms above your head and repeat the observation. Step 3: Check for Discha