Hi Cynthia
Has the mother with the peeling fingernails thought of chemical
attack??
I found that all the extra washing (nappies, clothes), cleaning etc
didn't do my hands and nails a lot of good, regardless of
breastfeeding. Just a thought!!

Fiona
Fiona Coombes MBBS IBCLC               [log in to unmask]
Lactation Consultant, Family Physician
Perth Western Australia