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With BAITed Breasts: Home Treatment for Engorgement, Plugged Ducts, and Mastitis (And when to call your doctor)
Breast and nipple pain are very common in the early postpartum period. They are easily in the top 3 concerns I get calls about! While...


Ice or Heat? (How to Care for Plugged Ducts, Engorgement, and Mastitis)
This is the third post in a series on caring for yourself with engorgement, plugged ducts, or mastitis. I highly recommend looking over...


Milk Expression for Plugged Ducts, Engorgement, and Mastitis
This is the second in a series on how to treat your engorged, plugged, or mastitic breasts! I highly recommend starting with the post on...


Massage for Plugged Ducts, Engorgement, and Mastitis
What if I told you that massage for painful breasts should feel good and relaxing? What if I told you that you should get some relief in...


Considerations: Choosing a Pump
With an ever-increasing number of pump options out there, it can be overwhelming to choose one! Here are a few things to consider when...
Castor Oil Packs for Stubborn Plugged Ducts
When I see a client dealing with plugged ducts, I suggest a variety of methods to help clear up the clogs. We then want to address any...


The holidays are coming!
We're one week out from Thanksgiving, which I still think of as the official start of the Holiday Season, no matter that Christmas stuff...
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