How to unblock a blocked nipple

Blocked nipples are very painful for mothers, and the baby cannot absorb milk better. Therefore, scientific methods should be used to unclog the nipples. If there is discomfort in the breasts, local hot compresses can be used to help empty the milk, or professional lactation consultants can be asked to help massage and unclog the milk ducts.

1. Once you find that your breasts are uncomfortable, you should apply hot compresses to the breasts and drain the milk. If self-treatment is not effective, you should see a doctor and find a professional lactation consultant in time. Avoid rubbing the breasts by yourself, which may further injure the already swollen milk ducts. Some mothers do not take it seriously and think it is a trivial matter, while others listen to others and the elderly and rub the breasts carelessly, missing the best time to deal with it, which further worsens the blockage. Not only was I unable to breastfeed, I was also in great pain.

2. Don't be too nervous. In this case, find a lactation consultant to massage to unclog the milk ducts and discharge the accumulated milk, and you will be fine soon. No injections or medication are needed. It is safe, convenient and effective, with no side effects. Normally, when a baby feeds, he or she will first empty one side and then the other side, alternating between the two. This will prevent the breasts from being of different sizes and having more milk on one side and less on the other. It can also secrete more milk better and reduce the occurrence of milk blockage and mastitis. After the baby finishes feeding, be sure to squeeze out all the remaining milk.

3. Drink more hot water to dilute the fat in new milk and reduce the occurrence of milk blockage. Proper milk production. Do not let your baby sleep with the nipple in his mouth to prevent the baby from blowing the milk. When the baby does not breastfeed for a long time, you should first use a breast pump to drain the milk, and then express it by hand, including more at night.

4. During the period of milk blockage, drink less milk-producing soup and eat more kelp and vegetables. Eat light meals and you can start producing milk only after the milk blockage is healed. If the condition is serious, seek medical attention immediately.