Engorged boobs 4 days after birth but can't clear, tips?

2have4kids · Jan 14th, 2017, 01:19 AM

My breasts are so hard and full right now it hurts. I've been pumping every 3 hours as my girls are in the NICU and I'm not sure what else to do? Tips anyone?

_Mouse_ · Jan 15th, 2017, 10:34 AM

try to massage the breast where its hard while pumping i find it helps alot.

Teri7489 · Jan 17th, 2017, 02:40 AM

Sometimes you have to have to pump in different positions. so sitting leaning forward, lying on your side of putting pressure on the hard bits while using the pump. It will settle when your body gets a better routine x

2have4kids · Jan 17th, 2017, 21:15 PM

Thanks ladies, I took some Tylenol for te pain and massaged while pumping. Also pumped every 3 hours and my milk is now fully in. Thanks again!

OnErth&InHvn · Jan 17th, 2017, 22:20 PM

well, you are making milk for TWO babies so they will be more full. Keep pumping though and do NOT supplement!

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2have4kids Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: May 2012 Location: Rocky mountains Posts: 6,332	Thanks ladies, I took some Tylenol for te pain and massaged while pumping. Also pumped every 3 hours and my milk is now fully in. Thanks again!

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