Engorgement

If you do not breastfeed or express enough, you breast can become firm, swollen, and/or warm. This is called engorgement. This can also make breastfeeding painful and difficult to obtain or keep a latch. 

It's important to remove breastmilk (by breastfeeding or pumping) so that your breast can continue  to milk. If your breast do not soften within twenty-four hours (after attending frequency removal), call Balanced Breastfeeding Solutions for an appointment. If left unresolved I can reduce your milk production. It can also lead to latch difficulties, blocked ducts, or mastitis. 

How To Relieve Engorgement BEFORE Feedings:

- Apply moist heat to your breast by taking a shower, soaking the breast tissue in a basin of warm water, or using a warm washcloth.

- Massage by using the method called "hand expression"  to soften breast tissue. 

- Express some milk to soften your breast and make it easier for your baby to latch. 

How To Relive Engorgement After Feedings:

-Place an ice pack or bag of frozen vegetables  wrapped in a in a cloth on your breast 15 min to reduce swelling. 

-Express milk unit your breast feel relief.