Nola:  Are you sure this mom is on penicillin?  If so, this may not be
the best choice, as one of the main bacteria in mastitis is
staphylococcus, which is often resistant to penicillin.  A better choice
would be a penicillinase-resistant penicillin such as dicloxacillin or a
cephalosporin such as cefalexin.  Hope this helps, Alicia.  [log in to unmask]