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"Jennifer Tow, IBCLC" <[log in to unmask]>
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In a message dated 8/20/1 4:11:45 AM, [log in to unmask] writes:

<< The best way to avoid cracked nipples is to learn how to breastfeed your
baby so that he is properly "latched on" and to learn how to properly use
your breast pump. >>
So, we assume all women will be using a pump?

<<As you are learning, if you do experience nipple cracks use Blistex to heal
them until the baby arrives.>>

So, is the mother supposed to be "learning to use a pump" before her baby
arrives???? Why does a mother have cracked nipples before giving birth?

<< Once your milk comes in you can use a little of your milk on your nipples
to heal them. Breastmilk has healing properties. When the baby arrives, you
can use a product called Purlan or Lansinoh that is safe for the baby and
does not need to be removed before breastfeeding. To prepare your breasts
before you even begin to pump, wash them everyday with a washcloth to toughen
your nipples.>>

Again, why are we pumping? And even if mom will pump for work, etc, why is
she pumping in the hospital? Pumping and bf'ing are discussed
interchangeably, as if they are the same thing!

<< Try to go without a bra for part of the day so your clothes can rub
against your
nipples. This will also help to toughen them.>>

This is really up-to-date info!

<< Continue to wash your breasts everyday. Avoid soap as it has a tendency to
dry out the nipples. Use a "soap free" skin cleanser like Cetaphil." >>

Why are we washing breasts with a cleanser everyday? Are they dirty?

I can't access the site from this computer, but I can't wait to see the rest
of it.
Jennifer Tow, IBCLC, CT, USA

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