Jennifer, Thanks for mentioning the castor oil packs.  I used them everytime
I got a plugged duct or mastitis.  They really help clear out the congestion
in the breast, and they're simple.  I put the cold-pressed castor oil on a
washable breast pad, placed it over the area, covered it with plastic wrap,
and added a hot pack when I was not up and around.  For those who have never
heard of this, castor oil packs are a remedy given by Edgar Cayce, and the
idea is that the castor oil (cold pressed only, found in good health food
stores) promotes the body's lymph system to relieve congestion.  These packs
can be used for respiratory infections, to detoxify the body, and to decrease
or  slow the growth of fibroids.  Christianne Northrup, MD. (Women's Bodies,
Women's Wisdom) recommends the castor oil packs, and gives detailed
descriptions on how to use them.  Thanks for all the helpful information you
share!  Shirley Morris, RN, IBCLC, LMT

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