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Nicki Heskin
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Challenges and Problems

Dealing with the many issues that can arise throughout the breastfeeding experiences, including sore and painful nipples.

Breast Pain - Mastitis Symptoms and Treatment star
Causes, symptoms and treatment options for mastitis, a painful infection of the breast, somewhat common in nursing mothers. Includes a discussion of antibiotics and natural options.

Breast Pain - Plugged Ducts and Mastitis star
Most breastfeeding mothers have to deal with the problem of plugged ducts at some point or another. This article covers the basics of plugged ducts and treatment, as well as warning signs of mastitis and when to seek help.

Breastfeeding with Nipple Shields star
Nipple shields are a somewhat controversial breastfeeding aid. Some consider them just another artificial nipple, but many (me included!) owe ultimately successful breastfeeding to their use. Learn more about nipple shields and if they can help you.

Causes of Nipple Soreness and Breast Pain - Thrush star
Breast Pain can be caused by a variety of problems for example mastitis, engorgement, eczema and/or soreness from improper latching. In this article I will discuss a common condition known as thrush.

Correcting Lopsided Breasts While Breastfeeding star
If you have developed significantly lopsided breasts or uneven milk supply during breastfeeding, it doesn't have to stay that way! For many women, lopsided breasts can be corrected with careful management of milk supply.

Increasing Low Milk Supply star
In some situations, it is necessary for a breastfeeding mother to actively work to increase milk supply. Includes information on situations which may require intervention as well as strategies to increase supply.

Lopsided Breasts or Uneven Milk Supply star
Lopsided breasts and uneven milk supply can occur when breastfeeding -- even when doing everything correctly. Discusses issues surrounding that challenge and what can be done about it.

Sore Nipples and Yeast Handout star[offsite link]
This is an absolutely fantastic handout that is sold to professionals in the lactation field. The online version is marked "sample," but you can read all the text and see all the photos of affected babies and breasts with various afflictions. Fair warning -- the photos are not at all censored and include breasts and diaper area shots.

Using a Nipple Shield – My Experience star
A cautionary tale and success story all in one, here's my experience with using a nipple shield to nurse my first daughter.

Weaning from Nipple Shields star
When nursing mothers use nipple shields for assistance establishing breastfeeding, there is often a great deal of stress over how to wean from the nipple shields. Using a nipple shield is NOT a "life sentence." Here are my thoughts, advice and tips on weaning from nipple shields.

When Breastfed Babies Bite star
Biting by breastfed babies is usually a temporary problem, but one the causes much worry (and some pain!) for nursing mothers. Here's some tips on why babies bite and what to do about it.

When Women Canīt Breastfeed-Medical Conditions and Weaning star
Many medications are safe to take when you are breastfeeding and when they are not, there are often alternative drugs that a physician can prescribe that are as equally effective.However, sometimes weaning is necessary when your health depends on treatment that is unsafe for your baby.

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