Natascha,
The situation you are describing reminds me of myself....17 years ago. I
had mastitis several times after the birth of my first. Overabundant
supply, could never miss a feed, would get fever, chills etc. It was awful.

After several rounds of antibiotics, finally decided to approach from a
different angle. Tried to boost my own immune system. Saw a homeopath,
started on 1g per day of Vit.C, Ecchinacea twice a day, and Homeopathic
Phytolacca at the first sign of plugging or malaise. Worked like a charm!
Returned to this protocol after births of babies 2 and 3, never had another
problem with mastitis.

I think sometimes moms are just so worn out and exhausted...immune systems
can flag under the strain. Rest and good eating help a little with this
but...if there is a homeopath or naturopath around, would really encourage
her to enlist his services. Sometimes this may not be covered by
insurance...it is still worth it because, once you know how to treat
yourself this way you won't need to go back....one visit is often all you
need, and that is cheaper than several co-payments to a standard
practitioner who can only give antibiotics.

Good Luck,

Susan Keith-Hergert RN, MS, CPN, IBCLC
Cincinnati, Ohio

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