What is nipple discharge during pregnancy?

It is normal to have white secretions from the nipples during pregnancy. After taking a shower, you can gently wipe it off with a hot towel, which also helps blood circulation in the breasts. In fact, the secretions are caused by changes in the mother's body after pregnancy. It is in preparation for future breastfeeding. Don't worry too much. This is normal. Every mother will encounter it during pregnancy.

During late pregnancy, a small amount of milk (sometimes called "foremilk") begins to be produced. There are also some expectant mothers who do not experience this situation. Both situations are normal. If your milk leaks out, you can wear nursing pads inside your bra to protect your clothes. You can buy these breast pads at many maternity and baby supply stores or online. Whether the mammary glands are unobstructed is related to the timely sucking of the baby during birth. There is no need to be too nervous now! Breastfeeding will not be affected.

It is normal to have secretions in the late pregnancy. It should be the breasts preparing for successful breastfeeding in the future. Just pay attention to cleaning when taking a bath. Try to stimulate the nipples as little as possible. Clean them with cotton balls once a day, don't be too hard!

Once pregnant mothers reach the late stage, most of them will experience this situation, so there is no need to worry too much. The main thing is to be careful not to touch it in normal times, and gently wipe it with warm water every day. Generally, such mothers will have easier breastfeeding after the baby is born. You should also maintain a happy mood during pregnancy.