Lactation Issues

Some of the happiest times you spend with your newborn infant can be while you are breastfeeding. While giving your child the essential nutrients they require to survive, grow, and maintain good health, it enables you to develop a closer bond with them.

Common lactation problems:

• Sore or cracked nipples
• Not enough breast milk production
• Breast engorgement
• Latching issues (Baby not latching to the nipple correctly)
• Too much breast milk
• Breastfeeding and thrush (Infection on nipples)
• Blocked milk duct
• Inverted nipples
• Nursing Strike

Breastfeeding Checklist

• Nursing pads
• Breast pumps
• Storage containers
• Nipple shields
• Lotions and creams
• Breast shells
• Nursing bra
• Breastfeeding pillow

Following are a few tips for all the new moms out there!

• Choose a comfortable nursing position
• Stay Hydrated
• Its ok to feel anxious, don’t let it come to you
• Read a book, occupy yourself
• Keep your essentials close
• Care for your nipple
• Take professional guidance when needed