Although breastfeeding can help babies eat healthier and more nutritious food, many times mothers do suffer greatly, such as suffering from acute mastitis during the postpartum period or breast milk accumulation and swelling, which have caused mothers a lot of suffering. So how should they deal with this situation?
What to do if breast milk accumulates into lumps
Because most breast swelling and pain are caused by the accumulation of milk during weaning, it is recommended to take measures to promote lactation. It is recommended to take traditional Chinese medicine malt for lactation. Malt has the effect of promoting lactation and reducing swelling, without any side effects on the body. Moreover, it is easy to take and has good effects. Simply take 120g of high-dose raw malt or roasted malt (or 60g of raw and roasted malt each) and decoct it.
If the breast milk is significantly swollen and painful, it may cause fever, acute mastitis, etc. It is necessary to empty the breast in a timely manner. If the swelling and pain are not obvious and there are no obvious lumps, it can be avoided to stimulate milk secretion. Combined with medication, external application can relieve pain.
If the pain is severe, you can take traditional Chinese medicine qi and blood and capsules to regulate it. The effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis is very good. When feeling swelling and pain, and when the lumps are obvious, squeezing the breast in moderation to expel a small amount of milk can also prevent milk accumulation and infection. After weaning, the lumps in the breast will naturally disappear.
What to pay attention to when breast milk accumulates into lumps
1. Breastfeeding frequently is equally important, with the chin firmly positioned to facilitate milk extraction. Moderate cooperation with local kneading and squeezing during breastfeeding to assist in milk secretion. If the baby has a small appetite and hasn't finished drinking, be sure to use a breast pump to empty the milk in a timely manner, and never let it accumulate.
2. Do not use hot compress or vigorously massage the breasts during nursing. Hot compress may exacerbate inflammation, while vigorous rubbing can cause tissue damage
Now everyone can also understand the reasons for the formation of lumps of breast milk accumulation! After the formation of such reasons, mothers must pay more attention to excreting some milk from their breasts, which can also relieve some pain. At the same time, it is recommended to use a hot towel for hot compress, which will definitely alleviate it! Also, do not massage the breasts too hard.
