Blocked milk ducts??

[AliKitts]

My boob feels like its filled with rocks I'm in so much pain. Anybody know how i can make it better? I know nursing a lot should help but i did that all night and it just feels worse!

 

[cait]

Massage the blockage - in firm movements towards the nipple, especially when baby is nursing. I've had two blocked ducts this week so you have my sympathy!

 

[AliKitts]

Thanks! its my first time and it feels like i have a few blockages in there

 

[cait]

It hurts like heck but get massaging as you don't want to develop mastitis, I hear it's really horrid. hope they clear soon!

 

[sheldonsmommy]

Try using moist heat like a warm face cloth, or a heating pad before you massage. It can help loosen the contents of the duct.

I'd get it looked at if it doesn't clear on its own in the next few days, but at the first sign of feeling flu-like symptoms (body aches, pains, fever, chills, malaise, fatigue) get seen asap! That indicates mastitis and if feels like running into a brick wall.

 

[JenX]

Take lecithin to clear the blocked ducts and prevent future ones. Works so well! https://kellymom.com/nutrition/vitamins/lecithin/