how much larger do your breasts usually get and do they return to a smaller size then before? Do your nipples change at all mine are just quite small and i'm not sure if ill be able to breastfeed.
2006-08-28 19:56:03 · 8 answers · asked by Taylor 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Nipple size has nothing to do with weather you can nurse or not. Even people with inverted nipples can do it with some work. As far as the size, it seems like the boobie fairy comes for a visit. As far as returning after- they won't be smaller but have less "height"- I heard a comedian describe them as socks with tennis balls inside, sorry but it's kind of true.
2006-08-28 20:02:34 · answer #1 · answered by yogangel7 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The size of your breasts and nipples really has very little to do with your ability to breastfeed. Larger breasts simply mean that the mother has more fatty tissue there. This has no effect on your milk production. It is VERY RARE for a woman to be born with insufficient glandular tissue to be able to breastfeed her baby. (Actually, from personal experience I would say that women with small breasts may find positioning easier than larger breasted women!) What is more important is the "plumbing" inside that makes and delivers the milk to baby. And milk supply is determined by supply and demand.....not the size of the mother's breasts. The more the baby nurses, the more milk the mother will make.
During your pregnancy and immediately after the birth you will notice some changes in your breasts. You'll see little whitish bumps that resemble pimples around your areolas. These are the Montgomery Glands and they become more prominent during pregnancy. They lubricate and clean your nipples. Your nipples may grow darker as well, making a more obvious "target" for baby. And your breasts will grow some, especially as they fill with milk in the first 2 weeks postpartum.
You mentioned having "small nipples" but I'm unsure exactly what you mean? Are you talking about the size of the dark area around your nipple, the areola? Or are your nipples flat or inverted? Or do they stand out? Do they become errect when you are excited or cold?
The links below may be helpful to you. I'd suggest that you trust in your body. You should be able to do this with the right information and support! Contact your local La Leche League and attend some meetings prior to your baby's arrival if you can.
2006-08-29 08:36:16 · answer #2 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You'fe be surprised how effective the body is at getting ready to breastfeed. small nipples will probably not deter your body nor the baby. My breasts gain a couple of sizes and went back slightly but not all the way...but I am also Quite FLUFFY, so that makes a difference.
2006-08-29 02:59:22 · answer #3 · answered by chris 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Your breasts will get very large and then yes they will go down after
I was a cup size smaller after my son but gained it back after my daughter and you will be able to nurse no matter how big your nipples are
In the hospital when you have your baby a lactation nurse will help you get your baby to breast feed and to latch on properly your doctor will also be able to answer these questions
2006-08-29 03:01:40 · answer #4 · answered by someone 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have smaller than normal nipples with large breasts, and had no trouble at all
2006-08-29 13:54:44 · answer #5 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well actually i doesnt grow just gets harder when the milk level is full (lol) the best way to preserve your shape is holding your baby as near as you can while breastfeeding other wise your breast can enlarge as farther as you set your baby :P
2006-08-29 03:06:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Lots of info here.
2006-08-29 03:00:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know
2006-08-29 04:20:32 · answer #8 · answered by alti 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋