Amy

Have you _seen_ the cracks??  If so, what do they look like, and is 
there any bleeding?

Just wondering if the mom is mis-interpreting normal nipple creases 
for cracks and if you're talking on the phone rather than face to face?

Pamela Morrison IBCLC
Rustington, England
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Hello Everyone!

PTP:  I am working with a mom who is exclusively pumping.   Her baby 
is almost 6 weeks old.  She has developed new cracks on the face of 
her nipples and I am at a loss as to why.  The flange fit is optimal, 
she's using low suction on the pump and she's caring for her skin 
appropriately.  I have recommended renting a hospital grade pump but 
the mother is reluctant due to the cost.   I encouraged her to call 
her MD for a rxn for MD for APNO cream.

Any ideas why the cracks are occurring?

As always, I truly appreciate all of your help!!

Amy

Amy Wagner, BS, RNC, CCES, IBCLC


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