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Biting and Bruised/Bleeding Nipples - She Has Teeth!
So now I have two extremely sore nipples. They're both very bruised (purple spots) and bleeding a little. I'm really not ready to be done nursing, and I ...
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- Another way of handling biting while breastfeeding is to pull baby in towards you when she bites in addition to saying no. It's supposed to startle them into letting ...
- K., This may not help... but... I went through the same thing when my son was 11 months... I'm pretty sure I put a similar post to yours up here on Mamasource. You...
- I just posted a question right before yours - same scenario. Hopefully someone can help us and our little biters!
3 Yo Daughter with Sore/itchy Nipple
Read all 6 responses: "Hi! I'm hoping that one of you Moms out there might have some help for me. I noticed a couple weeks ago that my 3 yo dd was rubbing ...
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- Well my first response is what kind of detergent do you wash with? Could it be an irritant? I myself only wash with Free & Clear products and unscented fabric softne...
- Have you checked to see if she has fluid in her nipples? I know this sounds ridiculous but it may be worth the doctor looking into it. Usually this developes in pubert...
- She could have a yeast infection, you can get yeast infections on ur nipples I would call the dr
Breastfeeding Help
Next question: Nursing for 10 Days- EXTREMELY Sore Nipples... HELP! ... breastfeeding sore nipples · breast feeding techniques · breastfeeding techniques ...
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- Hi. Don’t be discouraged. I had the same problem last year when my son was born. Being my first baby, I consulted the lactation consultants. Have you tried all ...
- Don't give up. I know it's frustrating and you may even feel like your failing, but your not! Remember, your lil one is learning just like you are. My ds took 12 weeks...
- Good for you for giving your baby the very best you can give! I love all the breastfeeding responses you've gotten, you've got some great things to go on now. Expe...
Help, My Nipples Hurt !!!!!
This is the #1 case for sore nipples. You want to make sure that your ..... Miraculously at week 6, it got better: my nipples were less sore and my son got ...
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- Speak with your doctor about thrush, it's an infection that makes the nipples sore and can also cause pain in the breast tissue. Some of the pain is shooting.
- Maryann/M., Congratulations on breastfeeding your son, and for making it this far without losing your mind! Awesome! You are doing the best thing possible to give ...
- hi, first if you cancontact a lactation consultant or la leche league. second, try nipple shields. it will help protect your nipple and let it heal and it will also ...
Burning Nipples
WHEN WE ARE FINISHED FEEDING, MY NIPPLES AND..." ... is latched onto the nipple properly that they would begin to burn and get sore and she also recommended ...
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- I'd find a local lactation consultant and ask her advice. We have a store here in Austin, TX where they offer free lactation advice so maybe they do where you live too...
- Someone needs to prescribe you and your son medication. You son will have to take nystatin orally. You will have to use the Nystatin cream on your breast as well. I...
- Hi H., Please don't give up on breastfeeding, it's so great for you and your child. Check out La Leche League - http://www.lalecheleague.org, I'm sure you can find so...
Breastfeeding Help!
Often times mommies with sore nipples give up. I really advise you to ...... It is the most soothing product I have ever used for sore nipples and the ...
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- Has breastfeeding always been this painful? If so, I'd be willing to bet that the way your son is latched on is causing your nipple pain. All those things that you've ...
- Hang in there girl! I had the same problem I would cry everytime my baby nursed and I kept on putting Lanesol this kind of brand I got it from Target and it really hel...
- My nipples were extremely sore and I just about cried everytime my baby latched on but once the sucking started the pain went away and I could nurse somewhat comfortab...
Nipples After Breastfeeding
My daughter had thrush and it made my nipples sore. The doctor told me to do rub the over the counter antifungal cream them and it worked. ...
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- J., Check with a lactation consultant or call La Leche League. They should be listed in the phone book or on the web. I agree that it could be thrush, but it coul...
- I agree with the other poster and yeast MAY be involved. It could just be you have dry skin and we don't really think to put lotion(which commercial lotions arent that...
- Bag Balm works wonders. It is used for cow utters and it works! You can usually find it at Walmart or CVS. It is in a green square tin can. Hope it works. Jolie
Breastfeed W/teeth
Sep 3, 2009 ... You may want to try those breast shields so that the sore does not rub directly on your clothing. also, nipple cream worked for my sore nipples - lansinoh ...
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- You can put a small amount of lanonin on it after she nurses. If she gets some in her mouth the next time she nurses, that's ok, but don't put it on right before. ...
- Nipple shields work wonders! Find it at BabysRus!
- I had the same problem - I switched sides - started with the non-sore side first so my guy wouldn't be sucking as hard on the injured side. also, if you can, change an...
Sore on My Nipple
Read all 46 responses: "I am sorry to ask such a gross and intimate questions but I just don't know what to do. I found a sore on the areola of my nipple; ...
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- Personally, I think you should go to the doctor right away. I have never heard of sores on nipples and my concern would be that if you put something serious off you w...
- I have this prob too and want to see the other answers.
- Boy! I can totally relate to your issue. I have had several such sores myself, some so large that they left scars on my breasts!! I saw a family doctor and a dermatolo...
Nursing All Night
As for your nipples being sore they shouldn't be no matter how much she is nursing. They should eventually get used to it. Have you tried using creams or ...
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- I'm sorry you are sore from brest feeding. I know when i first came home from the hospital and i was very sore too but i had no milk for my baby so i was unable to fee...
- Before bed consider give the baby a bowl with rice cereal mixed with breast milk. That worked wonders for both of my children. The rice cereal stays in their belly lon...
- H.- I think she is catching up on time with you. My daughter nursed all night until I night weaned her at 18 months. My son is now 13 months and wakes up at least 3 t...
