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Friday, August 10, 2012

Tips for facing Challenge in Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding can be challenging at times, especially in the early days. But it is important to remember that you are not alone. Lactation consultants are trained to help you find ways to make breastfeed­ing work for you. And while many women are faced with one or more of the challenges listed here, many women do not struggle at all! Also, many women may have certain problems with one baby that they don’t have with their second or third babies. Read on for ways to troubleshoot problems.

In case of Sore Nipples
Many moms report that nipples can be tender at first. Breastfeeding should be comfortable once you have found some positions that work and a good latch is established. Yet it is possible to still have pain from an abrasion you already have. You may also have pain if your baby is sucking on only the nipple.

What you can do
1. If your baby is sucking only on the nipple, gently break your baby’s suction to your breast by placing a clean finger in the cor­ner of your baby’s mouth and try again. (Your nipple should not look flat or compressed when it comes out of your baby’s mouth. It should look round and long, or the same shape as it was before the feeding.)

2. If you find yourself wanting to delay feedings because of pain, get help from a lactation con­sultant. Delaying feedings can cause more pain and harm your supply.

3. Try changing positions each time you breast­ feed. This puts the pressure on a different part of the breast.

4. After breastfeeding, express a few drops of milk and gently rub it on your nipples with clean hands. Human milk has natural healing properties and emollients that soothe. Also try letting your nipples air-dry after feeding, or wear a soft cotton shirt.

5. If you are thinking about using creams, hydrogel pads, or a nipple shield, get help from a health care provider first.

6. Avoid wearing bras or clothes that are too tight and put pressure on your nipples.

7. Change nursing pads often to avoid trapping in moisture.

8. Avoid using soap or ointments that contain astringents or other chemicals on your nipples. Make sure to avoid products that must be removed before breastfeeding. Washing with clean water is all that is needed to keep your nipples and breasts clean.
 
9. If you have very sore nipples, you can ask your doctor about using non-aspirin pain relievers.

10. Ask a lactation consultant for help to improve your baby’s latch. Talk to your doctor if your pain does not go away or if you suddenly get sore nipples after several weeks of pain-free breastfeeding. Sore nipples may lead to a breast infection, which needs to be treated by a doctor.

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