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Designed with care. Grounded in research. Built with women.
Why most women are never taught to know their own bodies
For generations, women’s health education has focused on treatment rather than understanding. Most young women are never taught how their bodies change, what is normal for them, or how to notice early signs without fear.
As a result, prevention feels distant, medicalised, or overwhelming, instead of something personal, calm, and empowering.
Body literacy begins with understanding, not instructions.
Learning how your body changes, feels, and responds over time creates familiarity and confidence.
Fear often creates distance from our bodies.
Regular awareness and gentle observation help replace uncertainty with familiarity and self-trust.
Prevention works best before fear appears.
When awareness becomes continuous and integrated into everyday life, it turns knowledge into lasting care.
Te Toca Toolkit
Te Toca is a multi-channel body literacy system that supports awareness from learning to action, combining physical tools, education, and shared experiences.
Wearable
A tactile guide designed to support breast awareness through touch
Platform
Education and guidance that deepen body literacy and create a safe space for women
Community
A community to normalize body awareness and reduce the silence around women’s health
Voices from Te Toca
Josie S,
“What I appreciate most is that it removes fear. It focuses on familiarity and awareness instead of making you worry.”
Liliana V.
“Before this, breast self-checks felt intimidating. Having guidance made it feel natural rather than medical.”
Peter W.
“As a father raising two daughters on my own, I realized how little I understood about women’s health. Tools like this make those conversations less intimidating and more informed.”
Sylvie B.
“I grew up hearing that self-checks were important, but now, instead of fear or urgency, it’s about awareness and curiosity about your own body.”
Samar E.
“I love the idea behind the project, but can we mention how nice the bra actually feels? It’s soft, simple, and easy to wear.”