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Nipple bleeding while breastfeeding
My baby is 5 days old. I had crack in my nipples in the second day.. My doctor suggested nipple care ointments . I am using that.. But still I feel irritation in my nipples and able to see some blood drops.Is it safe to feed the baby with this ?. What is the solution for my problem..? Please suggest...
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Use a nipple shield,
Apply breast milk after feed
Maintain hydration
Ensure a proper latch.
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
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23 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Yes it is
Apply nipple shield n feed
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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14 yrs exp
Jaipur
Apply mother's milk over cracked nipple
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Dr. Kinnari Amin
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14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Use nipcare ointment after each feed.
Clean it before next feeding.
You can continue breastfeeding.
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Sometimes the crack nipple is common in most of the women. Not to worry as this problem has a solution you can use nipcare ointment after feeding your baby. And before feeding a baby you have to clean that nipple area.
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drink plenty of fluids at least 3 to 4 l of water per day
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don't stop breastfeeding
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