Your Health
Your well-being matters. Explore how your overall health, including diet and lifestyle, can impact your breastfeeding experience. My resources and advice are designed to empower you to make choices that support both you and your baby during this important time.
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Blocked milk ducts can cause localized pain, tenderness, and swelling in the breast. They often result from milk stasis and inadequate drainage. During your consultation I will demonstrate techniques such as warm compresses, gentle massage, and specific breastfeeding positions to clear blocked ducts effectively and prevent recurrence, ensuring a comfortable breastfeeding experience.
Breast engorgement is a common concern, particularly in the early days of breastfeeding or when experiencing an oversupply of milk. It's characterised by painful swelling of the breasts, making latching difficult for your baby.
During your consultation I will help you manage engorgement by providing recommendations such as cold compresses, hand expression to relieve some pressure, and using a breast pump if necessary.
My goal is to ease your discomfort and establish a comfortable breastfeeding routine for you and your baby.
Nipple dermatitis can cause itching, redness, and discomfort. During your consultation I will suggest solutions for managing nipple dermatitis, including identifying potential causes, keeping the area clean and dry, and applying soothing creams or ointments.
Postpartum depression and anxiety can affect your breastfeeding journey .I can provide emotional support, coping strategies, and resources to help you navigate these emotional challenges, ensuring both your emotional and breastfeeding well-being.
Hyper lactation, or an oversupply of breast milk, can lead to challenges such as fast flow and engorgement. During your consultation we will discuss strategies for managing hyper lactation, including block feeding and ensuring a comfortable latch for your baby.
An excessive milk supply can pose its own set of challenges, including engorgement, fast milk flow, and difficulty latching for the baby. Oversupply often results from an overactive let-down reflex and overstimulation of milk production.
I will guide you through strategies to manage oversupply, such as block feeding to regulate milk flow and promoting comfortable latching positions for your baby. We'll help you find the right balance to ensure both you and your baby have a positive breastfeeding experience.
Mastitis is a painful breast infection that can leave you feeling unwell and fatigued. It typically occurs when milk ducts become blocked, leading to inflammation (inflammatory mastitis) and sometimes infection.(bacterial mastitis). I understand the urgency of addressing mastitis.
I will guide you through strategies like ice (cold compresses) to help reduce the internal swelling, light touch lymphatic massage, over the counter medication for pain relief and as an anti inflammatory, feed as normal, no pumping!
Nipple shields can be helpful for some breastfeeding issues but have pros and cons. During your consultation we will explore when nipple shields are appropriate, how to use them correctly, and potential concerns associated with their use.
Some mothers notice a temporary drop in milk supply during their menstrual cycle. I will explain the hormonal changes that can contribute to this drop and offer techniques to manage these fluctuations, such as increasing nursing sessions or incorporating lactation-supportive foods into your diet.
Thrush is a fungal infection that can affect both you and your baby during breastfeeding. Symptoms may include intense nipple pain, deep breast pain, and persistent discomfort.
I can help you identify thrush symptoms and provide guidance on treatment, including anti-fungal medications for both you and your baby, maintaining impeccable hygiene, and addressing any dietary factors that may contribute to thrush. I'm to support you in overcoming thrush and continuing your breastfeeding journey.
Vasospasm of the nipple, often associated with Raynaud's phenomenon, can cause intense nipple pain. During your consultation I will explain the symptoms, triggers, and techniques to alleviate vasospasm and manage discomfort during breastfeeding.
"Penny helped me with all my worries and was very re assuring. I would highly recommend her services to anyone struggling with both the emotional and physical parts of breastfeeding and having a new born in general."
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