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Breast Reduction Surgery Next Week
Asked by J.B. from San Antonio
on August 15, 2009
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After years of wanting to have it done, the day is finally scheduled and I'm starting to get really nervous. I've been all over the internet looking at before and aft...
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- hi, Both my cousin and a friend of mine have had this surgery and they are very happy with it. i'm not sure what size they were before but they both went down to a...
- J. I'm so excited for you that you've made the decision and your surgery is scheduled! I had my reduction last summer, and I'm so glad I did. I would have done it much...
- look on facebook for groups. i have a friend who had it done with some minor complications and is so happy she had it done. iwant it too but am scared to death of it...
My Boobs Are Killing Me!
Asked by G.T. from Boston
on December 28, 2008
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I stopped nursing and pumping about a month ago. All was fine, but the last couple of days my boobs have hurt SO much I can hardly move. My breasts are VERY lumpy and ...
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- It sounds like you've got a massive case of plugged ducts, and the only way I know from experience to relieve that is frequent pumping/nursing. Which defeats your pur...
- I agree with the other post about watching out for infection (redness, heat and swelling) but usually heat & pumping will stimulate your milk production. Most doctors...
- I can totally relate. I remember those days. You are going to think I am completely insane but mine hurt so bad I was willing to try anything anyone told me. A cous...
Three Questions, Actually: Breastfeeding, Diaper Rash, and Cloth Diapers.
Asked by C.S. from New London
on August 13, 2009
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My first question has to do with me. I stopped breastfeeding my third daughter about a week ago. Does anyone know how long it takes to dry up usually? I breastfed m...
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- I stopped nursing almost 2 years ago and I'm still leaking. I found the best thing for diaper rash is air and using just dove soap and water when they are poopy.
- Hi C., I have a solution for your diaper rash issue -- you might want to try Shaklee's all-natural diaper rash cream. It is sooo gentle and really does the job. Be...
- Yogurt is completely safe and does work on a diaper rash if it has to do with yeast(candida, or thrush) which it often does. More effective is supplemental probiotics(...
What Is Your Favorite Nursing Bra?
Asked by S.Y. from Pittsburgh
on August 4, 2009
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It's about that time..time to get my "over the shoulder boulder holders"! ;)
I think I had a Bravado last time around, but can't remember what kind..I am looking for ...
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- I literally had to go pull my nursing bras out of the trash to look. Just today I threw them all away!! I too had DDs it took me a few tries to find one I really lik...
- I liked the Bravado OK, but my favorites were the YES! nursing bra (made in Canada, I believe) and the Anita seamless microfiber softcup nursing bra. The Anita was ma...
- Definitely Bravado. They fit the best and were more comfortable than those I bought at Walmart or other stores.
HELP!!! What Is This Rash???
Asked by K.L. from Chicago
on January 18, 2009
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I'm losing my mind over this one. My big question is: HAS ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCED ANYTHING LIKE THIS? During the summer of my pregnancy back in 2007 I developed an ...
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- If it is eczema or something like that you need to take a good pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement. It works miracles on skin conditions, and its good for your b...
- You are getting them because of the moisture that collects in those areas. The only way to avoid getting them again is to keep the area clean and dry. Wear a bra that ...
- Hi K., It sounds like you may have a bout of ring worm. My daughter has had it numerous times over the years and at times we have been able to treat it with otc anti ...
Puberty in Girls
Asked by L.C. from Lewiston
on August 10, 2009
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My daughter is developing breasts at 9 1/2 years old. Is that normal? Also is it too early to get her a training bra?
Thanks,
L.
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- That age is not too young to start puberty. I started growing breasts around age 6 and had full breasts by your daughters age, and I also got my period before age 10. ...
- Just to chime in on another option: my daughter likes camisoles. I have bought some at Marshalls that even have an extra panel that mimics a sports bra inside, but mo...
- No. It's not too early. Just to let you know too. When my daughter's started to develop, she had what seemed like a lump, but it turned out to be the breast...
Lactating Months After Nursing Stopped
Asked by J.C. from Lynchburg
on August 6, 2009
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Since I quit nursing my daughter about 5 months ago, I've noticed that sometimes I'll get urges to nurse. For example, when she cries, or when I'm holding other babies...
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- Some women have a little milk in their breasts even if they don't give birth. Everyone is different. Thank you for nursing your baby. You gave your child the best! AF
- it's been awhile since I weaned my son (he's 4.5 now), but I don't remember urges to nurse, but I definately expressed milk for almost a year, not a lot, but some. If...
- I lactated for a year after I stopped nursing my son. It gradually got less. I had a lactation consultant who told me this is perfectly normal. HOWEVER, I agree wit...
Breasts Are Different Sizes; Question Re:milk Production
Asked by M.P. from Chicago
on August 17, 2007
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Naturally my breasts have always been different sizes. One is an A cup and the other a B cup. Now the dr. told me the A cup one would produce milk. And it is. But I do...
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- My breasts are the same size, but don't produce the same amount at all ! My right one makes very little milk. My son woudn't take that one, only the left and I didn't...
- I have a C and D cup, and it was my C cup that was the far better producer. We had a lot of problems with nursing, and the D cup actually dried up while we were still ...
- M.: talk to a lactation consultant... about breast sizes and feeding issues. and no, he does not need vit d supplementation/ but he does need sunlight! P...
My 3 Year Old Is Still Obsessed with My Breasts After Nursing Has Stopped
Asked by P.M. from Kansas City
on April 11, 2008
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I stopped nursing my son when he was 20 mos. Now he is 40 mos, and still obsessed with my breasts! Sometimes I feel that they are like a security blanket because he ...
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- Well my son is still kinda young yet to talk but he just turned a year old, i still nurse a little bit trying to wean to only nighttime and then soon not at all,i did ...
- Very normal. You comforted him through all of his 'needs' with nursing. As he grows he won't 'need' his comfort to come from your breasts, but he will need reasuranc...
- Welcome to my world! How funny! My four year still puts his hand down my shirt (or at least tries). It drives me nuts! This has actually become a joke with my fami...
One Side Is Larger than the Other
Asked by G.S. from Chicago
on August 4, 2009
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My breasts have always been the same size as each other...until I started nursing. Early on, I was very diligent about feeding from both sides and alternating which s...
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- I'm happy to learn I'm not the only one wiht this problem! You've already gotten some great responses, and I bet you are as glad as me to learn the normal breast size...
- I have successfully breastfed 2 daughters from only one breast (their preference) and while breastfeeding the one side grows to about twice the size of the other side!...
- Yep, I have a similar problem. I always start my girl on the "hard" or lesser side and then finish her off, if need be, on the more plentiful side.
