Caring for your nipples 101

Looking after your breasts and nipples will help your breastfeeding experience get off on the right foot. Here are some quick tips, to assist you avoid breast and nipple pain:

1. Practise good attachment - a poorly attached baby, means breastfeeding will hurt, and can result in irreparable damage to your nipples. If you need assistance, consultalt a Lactation consultant (sooner rather than later) if the problem lies with your baby, consider gentle corrective techniques, such as chiropractic



2. Have a nursing bra professionally fitted. Make sure you have a refit, as your breasts change size.



3. Allow your nipples to air dry after each feed, and express a little milk on to them. Going without a bra, to reduce friction might lessen some discomfort



4. Purified Lanolin, such as Lansinoh, helps keep nipples supple, and is one of the few creams that doesn't have to be washed off between feeds, contains no chemicals, and doens't interfere with the bacteria on your breasts. It's really good for helping minor cracks to heal.



5. Sunshine helps any minor cracks heal. Prevention is better than cure. Sunburn is NOT helpful!!

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