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Breastfeeding Challenges

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Engorgement, Clogged/Plugged Ducts, Breast and Nipple Pain

Breast and nipple pain are common but not normal. Watch these videos to temporarily relieve pain but it will return and persist until you fix the underlying issues. Engorgement (and “clogged/plugged ducts”) are your body's response when milk isn't be...

 
Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
This video is INCREDIBLE if you have enorgement or plugged/clogged ducts.
Engorged breast help | LA Lactation
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
I highly recommend using this technique to relieve clogged ducts.
Basic Lymphatic Massage for Breast Engorgement
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
This follows the new BAIT protocol.
New Tips to Clear Clogged Milk Ducts | OBGYN Mom Shares Expert Advice
 
Reverse pressure softening | International Breastfeeding Centre
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Reverse Pressure Softening | Breastfeeding Companion
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Basic Lymphatic Massage for Breast Engorgement | LA Lactation
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Epsom Salt vs Saline Soaks for Sore or Damaged Nipples | Genuine Lactation
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
These foods can help you reduce swelling in your breasts and limbs.
Diuretic Foods
 
Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Such a great way to get a better latch
Wide Pain-Free Latch for Beastfeeding Using Thumbs-Up or Flipple Technique
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Biting doesn't have to end breastfeeding.
When Baby Bites | Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, FILCA
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Great for engorged sore breasts
Boiron Arnicare Gel - 2.6 oz | Amazon
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Low Supply

 
Is Your Baby Getting Enough Milk | Global Health Media
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Supplements to increase supply will only work if you are already removing milk at a minimum of 8 times a day (preferably 10+ times a day).
Herbal Remedies for Milk Supply | International Breastfeeding Centre
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How Do The Foods I Eat Affect My Baby When Breastfeeding? | Motherlove Blog
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
I created this to help with meal ideas.
Lactogenic Foods & Recipes | Maplewood Lactation
 
Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
A list of hormones to look at if you have low supply.
Hormone Testing for Lactation

Oversupply

 
Breastmilk Over-Supply & Overactive Let-Down | LER
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Laidback hold will help you manage heavy letdown.
Breastfeeding Tips: Position Laid Back
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Too much milk: Sage and other herbs for decreasing milk supply | KellyMom
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Other Challenges

 
Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy in Infants | Dr. Aliza Solomon
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Coping with Mom Guilt: When Exclusive Breastfeeding Isn't an Option | Feedwell
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Spanish

 
Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Same as above but in Spanish
Breastfeeding Videos - Global Health Media Project
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Maplewood Lactation | Danielle Tropea, MPH, IBCLC | MaplewoodLactation.com profile picture
Paced bottlefeeding in espanol
Alimentar con Biberón al Ritmo del Bebé (Paced Bottle Feeding) por The Milk Mob
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Breastfeeding Education For Expecting Mothers (Spanish) | Inspira Health
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Other Languages

Including Mandarin, multiple African, multiple Asian

 
Mandarin Chinese Translation of Natural Breastfeeding Quickstart Guidev| Nancy Mohrbacher
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