Solving Common Breastfeeding Problems For First Time Mothers

By Mayra Pierce


There are instances when it comes to mothers who have their first child, that they only realize the advices from doctors in breastfeeding when they actually start doing it. This is still regarded as the best means in nurturing the baby. This is also the joy for mothers and their moment to bond with their babies.

Although there are some challenges that mothers would undergo. There are many common breastfeeding problems that occur that would make the feeding time a bit uncomfortable. But of course, the doctor is there to help you with it, but the mother should be able to identify it when it arises so it can be solved as fast as possible.

Latching pain occurs when the position of the baby and their mouths tend to go over the areola. This pain is normal at first, but if it goes over for a minute or two, then this is where you need to check it. Reposition by placing your index finger inside the mouth to take them off. Either wait for them to open their mouth or tickle their chin so you can latch your nipple again in a more comfortable way.

Cracked nipples could be a sign from improper pumping, latching problems, dry skin, and thrush. You can initially try the removal and repositioning for a couple of times to lessen this. Also, you can use the milk to heal the cracked areas and let it air dry. Never use products in the house aside from water or the milk for moisturization of the nipples.

Clogged or plugged ducts may be an underlying symptom for an infection if it comes with feverish tendencies and aches that stretches for long period of time. If that is not the case and it is only redness and a light bearable sore feeling, you can try massaging it to increase milk flow and movement. Apply warm compress as well.

Lactation of the breasts would sometimes end up too much and the baby would find it difficult to latch onto it. What you can do about this is to hand express first the breast and until it becomes soft, you can then let the baby latch to it. Nursing frequently would make the engorging to be less often.

An infection which is caused by bacteria is mastitis. It comes along with fever and then breast pains. There are various causes for this and it includes plugged ducts, cracked skin, or engorgement. This can be solved through hot compression, antibiotics, and frequent expressing of the milk.

Thrush is an infection caused by yeast or fungi. It is found first around the mouth of your baby which spreads to yours breasts eventually. It creates rash, soreness, and itchiness and you can ask your doctor on which anti fungal remedies you can get. Treat both the baby and your breast so that it heals at the same time.

It is normal to have a prickly needle like sensation when feeding. But if this lasts for a longer amount of time and the sensation becomes like a thousand needles poking at your breast, then this is an indication of an infection. Get the necessary medicines and remedies from your doctor when this happens.




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