How long does it take for breastmilk to go?

[Nafretili]

My breasts filled up yesterday.
They feel like bowling balls!
They are very sore, itchy and are leaking a fair bit.
I am formula feeding.

How long does it take for the milk to go? Or at least for them to stop hurting?​

 

[bumpin2012]

can't give an answer as to how long, but if you put on your tightest sports bra, it will help with the discomfort. That and a bag of frozen peas.

 

[Nafretili]

Thanks hun

 

[Laucu]

It took me a good 4-5 days to start feeling comfortable again. I agree with PP, a good supportive bra will help in the meantime.

 

[Noelle610]

I've heard that some birth control pills will help with reducing/eliminating your supply. I suggest calling your doctor to see if they can prescribe you some if you'd like Good luck!

 

[GirlRacer]

Was a couple of days for mine to feel comfier however they stayed bigger for a week or so and leaked on and off but the feeling uncomfy was only really on day 3,4&5 for me. Its a horrible feeling and its true what they say about your baby crying can make your boobs tingle! Mother nature is strange lol.
Wear a bra at all times (to bed too) and use breastpads. Hope you feel comfier soon chick xx

 

[Nafretili]

Thanks
I've been using a warm flannel to ease the swelling and my doc has perscribed me some wicked strong painkillers

 

[Clarehc]

I mix fed until my milk tailed off (1 or 2 feeds a day) and it only took about a week for milk to dry up though I leaked for a few weeks. Seemed best way to get rid of sore, hard boobs to me.