Subject: washing nipple wounds

I recommend rinsing nipples after nursing with clear water to remove baby's
saliva, gently pat dry with clean cloth.  This is followed by expression of a
few drops of colostrum/milk to gently smooth over affected area and then air
dry.
Christy Ann Flynn, RN

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