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Date: | Thu, 16 Sep 1999 13:07:06 -0700 |
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For sore nipples, my question is this: Has anyone ever recommended
numbing the nipples with infant teething gel such as Ambesol? I am
assuming that it would be safe for the baby to ingest since it is made
for babies.
Here are the particulars: Mom is experiencing very painful nipples at
6 weeks postpartum. She is exclusively breastfeeding with good latch
and positioning; baby doing great. She has very sensitive nipples,
(which were even painful while she was pregnant.) Her nipples are
very pliable, and long. They look a little pink. She and the baby
were treated for yeast,(just on her pain sysptoms) and she is doing
yeast dietary measures. She is even boiling her bras. She is not
leaking, so not wearing wet bra or pads. Baby does not appear to have
any mouth abnormality. I did recommend shells with the large opening
in back, just to keep the bra from touching her nipples.
Gail Davis, PHN, IBCLC
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