Keeping Healthy Breasts

It is important that you complete regular breast care in order to avoid complications. Here are some suggestions about breast care:

• Wash hands before feeds

• Avoid lotions, oils, or non-medicinal ointments on breasts

• Hand- express a little milk after feeds and apply to the nipples; let air dry

• Wear comfortable bras – beware that underwire models or straps that are too tight may cause blocked breast ducts; a good estimate is to buy a bra two sizes larger than you would normally wear

• Use cotton liners in your bra and change them frequently to discourage the growth of bacteria and yeast