Irritated nipples when breastfeeding and how to relieve them with breast milk
Many mothers when breastfeeding and especially during the first weeks of breastfeeding may experience pain. Breastfeeding the baby does not have to cause pain. Most likely, this pain occurs because the baby has not correctly placed his mouth on the nipple.
Before the baby holds the nipple with his mouth you must make sure that his mouth is open enough so that it does not hurt you.
The baby's mouth should occupy the entire areola and not just the nipple. If not, remove the baby from the breast and try again, but you must be careful when removing the baby from the nipple so that it does not cause harm.
To do this gently insert your finger at the corner of the baby's mouth to stop sucking. You must do this every time you breastfeed the baby.
What to do after breastfeeding?
Once you have finished feeding the baby, remove some milk from the nipples and spread it gently over the nipples and leave them uncovered for drying in the air. Its healing qualities will help you when it comes to curing cracks and irritation that has occurred during breastfeeding.
However, when the irritation does not improve and the baby continues to cling to the nipple, cracks may appear in the nipples and even bleed. To breastfeed the baby there are several positions that you can adopt and that are comfortable for both you and your baby.
The benefits of breast milk for irritated nipples
Many pediatricians and midwives advise the breastmilk as the first food that the newborn must take from the first moment he is born, for the different qualities, benefits and properties that he brings not only to the baby himself but also to the mother.
In the case of the baby, in relation to the benefits of breast milk for the baby, it is extremely rich in essential nutrients such as water, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and hormones. It provides antibodies that protect against infections, in addition to reducing the risk of otitis, infectious respiratory diseases, asthma, allergies, sudden death, diabetes and obesity.
In the case of the mother also provides interesting benefits: helps the recovery of the uterus by releasing oxytocin, helps prevent breast cancer, uterus and ovaries, helps in weight loss and creates a very important affective bond between it and its baby.
But, did you know that it also contributes healing qualities for the nipples? It is especially useful in case of cracks and irritation caused by a bad position of the baby at the time of breastfeeding.
Why? Very simple: it helps to heal some minor injuries because it is rich in antibodies that help to heal infections and heal injuries.
How to apply breast milk to the nipples to relieve irritation
Apply it is actually very easy: at the same time you are breastfeeding your baby and once you have finished apply and spread a little milk on the nipples you will notice how they improve and heals the wounds. This article is published for informational purposes only. It can not and should not replace the consultation with a Physician. We advise you to consult your Trusted Doctor.
