Post Date July, 30 2023
Cracked nipples are a situation that we should pay attention to, especially during breastfeeding. After this situation occurs, we should also pay attention to reasonable treatment and cooking methods.
Can nipple crack cream be used
Nipple crack cream, also known as nipple crack cream, is a product for mother's nipple care. It is mainly made from sheep oil glands and has moisturizing, preventing cracks, and alleviating pain in situations such as nipple cracks and dryness. Mom can purchase and use it after consulting with the doctor and experts.
When using, the mother washes the nipple with warm water (be careful not to use alcohol and soap that are highly irritating). After cleaning, evenly apply thin nipple cracks to the nipple and areola area. After applying, combined with breast massage, it can alleviate pain and prepare for future breastfeeding.
Women who experience nipple cracking during non lactation can use it with the advice of a doctor.
Treatment of cracked nipple
1. When breastfeeding, the first thing to do is to start with the less painful side of the breast, reduce the attraction to the other side of the breast, and inhale the nipple and a portion of the areola into the baby's mouth to prevent the nipple skin from becoming more dry and cracked.
2. Change the baby holding position during breastfeeding, so that the attraction is dispersed around the nipple and areola.
3. Frequent breastfeeding helps to empty milk, soften the areola, and facilitate baby sucking.
4. Squeeze a small amount of milk onto the nipple and areola after breastfeeding, briefly expose and dry the nipple, and expose it to sunlight near the window. Due to its antibacterial properties and rich protein content, milk is beneficial for the healing of the nipple skin. After breastfeeding, a thin layer of water-based lanolin can also be applied to the nipples, which is harmless to the baby and does not need to be wiped off before breastfeeding.
5. After breastfeeding, wearing loose underwear and bras, correcting nipple masks, is beneficial for air circulation and skin damage healing.
6. When there is severe nipple pain or breast swelling, the baby cannot inhale the nipple well. Breastfeeding can be paused for 24 hours, but milk should be squeezed out and the baby should be fed with a cup or spoon
Nursing care for cracked nipples
1. During breastfeeding, it is best to gently wipe the nipples with a towel dipped in water to make the skin on the surface of the nipples proliferate and thicken. However, it is important to avoid using alcohol and soap to wipe the nipples.
2. Before breastfeeding, mommies should wash their hands, keep their nails short, and avoid carrying bacteria in their hands that can infect cracked nipples.
