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Engorged Breasts – avoiding and treating

Engorged breasts are painful. They feel heavy, hard, warm and sensitive —as if they are ready to burst!  As well as being painful, engorgement can lead to other breastfeeding problems if not treated. Being able to recognise engorgement will help you to treat it promptly, … [Read more...] about Engorged Breasts – avoiding and treating

Filed Under: Breastfeeding information, Common Concerns Tagged With: blocked ducts, engorgement, express, lumps, mastitis, milk, red, reverse pressure softening, swollen

Mastitis

Blocked milk ducts occur when milk is unable to flow  through easily. You may notice your breast is warmer than usual, has a tender spot or a sore lump, and might show redness or darkening depending on your skin tone.  Mastitis (inflammation of  the breast) happens when a blocked  … [Read more...] about Mastitis

Filed Under: Breastfeeding information, Common Concerns Tagged With: antibiotics, blebs, blocked ducts, breast abscess, engorgement, infection, mastitis, milk blister, MRSA, pain, probiotic, red, sore

Too Much Milk and Oversupply

While it’s good to have plenty of milk, some mothers produce more milk than their babies need. This is commonly called oversupply and can be very challenging. Some babies cope very well with a generous milk supply; however, some babies, whilst appearing to thrive, will be unhappy and uncomfortable. … [Read more...] about Too Much Milk and Oversupply

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