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
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Mastitis
Mastitis means ‘inflammation of the breast’, and includes a wide range of symptoms, from a small, tender area (often called a ‘blocked duct’), through to severe infection and even abscess. If you have any signs of breast inflammation, prompt action is important to help relieve discomfort and … [Read more...] about Mastitis