They're just there, our breasts, pleasing our partners, feeding our babies and giving us pause as we assess wardrobe matters in the mirror. Before we can talk breast cancer awareness, we need to consider how aware we are of our breasts, period. What support, beyond bras, are we giving the "girls?"

Here's a modest guide to the care and handling of the "girls," from self-exams to bras, to breast-conscious fashion selections.