Yes, I have heard using hydrogen peroxide on cracked nipples from an IBCLC
down the interstate in Topeka KS.  It was at a conference I went to last
month and I only heard part of her presentation as I was presenting the
next session.  I think she said something about soaking a 2 inch X inch
gauze square and applying it to the nipple after feedings (?). Maybe
someone else who is more knowledgeable than I can elaborate on the efficacy
of this therapy.

Anyway,the response from quite a few people was Ouch!  All I could think of
was getting the stuff poured on my skinned knees ( AKA owies) an untold
number of times after sliding into bases when playing softball as a young
girl.  My thought was ouch too.  Maybe it doesn't hurt as much when applied
to a gauze square versus pouring directly on the wound.

Maurenne Griese, RNC, BSN, CCE, CBE
Birth and Breastfeeding Resources  http://www.childbirth.org/bbfr
Manhattan, KS  USA
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