2006-11-04 05:08:57 · 20 answers · asked by Mama Breezy 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Nipple shield and lanolin. Also letting them air dry as much as possible helps. You really shouldn't get sore nipples. Make sure the baby is latching on correctly.
Good luck!!
2006-11-04 05:11:45 · answer #1 · answered by JS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baby oragel on your nipple temporarily numbs the pain and is safe for the baby. If you see any sort of pressure line on your nipple after the baby has finished nursing or if the baby is opening her mouth or breaking the seal around the nipple, he/she may have a latching problem. I remember my breasts being tender around the nipple but not "on fire" sore. If in doubt, ask a professional--better you find out there is not a problem than go with an easily-solved issue without help.
2006-11-04 16:13:48 · answer #2 · answered by Sylvia M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all congratulations on your new bundle of joy... I just had a baby also Oct 8th and I started off breastfeeding... Your nipples will be sore, cracked and dry. What I used for my nipples was "Lansinoh brand Lanolin for breastfeeding mothers". It's safe to use before and after breastfeeding and is harmless to the baby. Check this product out and hopefully it'll work for you, like it worked for me... smiles... Good Luck!
2006-11-04 05:16:57 · answer #3 · answered by collins2004_08 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should use a special nipple shield for when you are breastfeeding, it helps the baby latch on better, and help take off some of the pain from your nipples. Hope it hurts. Good luck!!!!
2006-11-04 05:14:23 · answer #4 · answered by BabyGirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi i came on to say yes Lansinoh is the best i used it with my son hes now 18 months and not to worry hurting is normal your nipples are just to used to the abuse it hurt me too and my son was latching on properly 100% of the time i hate it when they say they aren't on properly if it hurts your nipples are tender they have to toughen up i think this discourages alot of people and they don't end up breastfeeding because they think they or their baby can't do it my one nipple bleed at 4 days after he was born and i had seen the lactation consultant i knew everything was going okay i was very frusterated bcause i kept feeding him on the other nipples and it was very sore but then my mom told me to just feed him on the one that had the tiny scab bc it wouldn't hurt him it didn't and i ended up breast feeding for 16 months it is a great experience i couldn't imagine not doing it that 4th day was the worst(for me) but after that it gets better i applaud your asking for help keep up the good work and get some lansinoh put it on there and let them dry once in a while if you can walk around without a bra for a little bit thats great
2006-11-04 06:00:11 · answer #5 · answered by momma 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the pharmacy and ask the pharmacist what they suggest, there are special creams that help, some work better than others, that would be your best bet. These creams, not only help toughen the nipples for breastfeeding, but also prevent cracking from drying out.
2006-11-04 05:13:14 · answer #6 · answered by Jennifer L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think all the moms here have about covered it. In the future (providing you want another baby), it's a good idea to "toughen" your nipples, before the baby is born. Start off with a gentle massage, by rotating the nipple/areola between you fingers... and as the days progress, get a little firmer in your pressure. Doing this in the month or two before delivery, will make a huge difference. Congrats on your little one ... enjoy EVERY moment. They grow up far too fast. *sob*
2006-11-04 05:39:27 · answer #7 · answered by ♥Carol♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not do cabbage leaves! They will dry up yuour milk supply. Try lanolin or apply some of your breast milk to your nipples and let it air dry. Dont use a nipple shield as it can confuse the baby.
try seeing a lactation consultant since it might be that the baby isnt latching on properly the babies mouth should cover all or almost all of the areola (the drk part of your nipple) also make sure the baby opens as wide as he or she canb4 inserting your breast into their mouth
2006-11-07 05:49:43 · answer #8 · answered by Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Mom2two Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use Lansinoh (or equivalent) cream. Also you can buy some gel pads from the pharmacy that you keep in the fridge and then place over your nipples.
Don't worry, I had the same thing when breastfeeding my son, the pain doesn't last for very long!
2006-11-04 07:11:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
medela makes special compresses that can be used warm or chilled in the fridge. also they have hydrogel dressings that, although expensive, are really very nice.
You can call medela at 1-800-tell you, or i'm sure they have a website. Most Targets sell both of these products.
Just make sure your nipples are just sort because of the breast feeding, not because of blisters or yeast infection. Can be due to improper latch, or can just be because you're body is getting used to breast feeding.
2006-11-04 06:57:06 · answer #10 · answered by trivial 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋