A new mother’s breasts are not only a part of her body, but also two big “rice bowls” for her baby. Compared with the pre-pregnancy, at this time they can change a lot, look at the following 12 most common postpartum breast problems, whether you also make you a big headache? 1.What should I pay attention to when cleaning my breasts after childbirth? The new mother must master the skill of cleaning her breasts after childbirth. New mothers should not wipe vigorously with a towel when cleaning, you can use a skimmed cotton ball dipped in water or baby oil to lightly rub the breasts, avoid using alkaline soap, because it will destroy the oil layer of the skin. It is best to let the breasts dry naturally before wearing a bra. 2.What are the instructions for choosing a bra after childbirth? Some mothers do not wear bras for the convenience of breastfeeding, which can easily cause sagging of the breasts in the future. New mothers should try to choose a well-fitting, comfortable, cotton breastfeeding bra. Some mothers during breastfeeding bust will continue to change, in the purchase of bras should pay attention to the appropriate time to change the size, to ensure that the wear fit. 3, the nipple is baby sucking crack how to do? Just started breastfeeding, the newborn baby is too small, the mother inexperienced, feeding incorrect posture, may cause nipple pain and cracking. New mothers can use a few drops of milk on their nipples after breastfeeding and let them dry naturally to prevent cracking. For those who are already cracked, you can use cooked cooking oil to apply to the wound daily to promote healing. Of course, it is most important for new mothers to master the correct breastfeeding posture as soon as possible. (You can choose a professional breastfeeding instructor to come to your home for guidance, just send your name + contact information directly by WeChat!) 4.What is the matter with breast engorgement? Breast engorgement usually occurs within 24 to 72 hours after the breast gland first starts to produce milk. Breast engorgement will make the new mother feel that her breasts are swollen and enlarged, and both breasts are painful to the touch. With normal milk secretion, the breasts will become softer and the engorgement will disappear. 5.How can I relieve the uncomfortable distended milk? Newborn babies have a small appetite and most of them cannot finish the milk in the mother’s breasts, which makes them feel heavy and hard and very uncomfortable. New mothers can use a breast pump or manual milking to squeeze out the excess milk, or find a slightly older baby to help eat some of it. In addition, hot compresses or gentle massage can ease the discomfort. 6. Do small breasts mean little milk? The development of breasts is mainly influenced by estrogen and progesterone, while milk production after delivery is mainly related to the amount of prolactin. Therefore, the size of your breasts will not affect the amount of milk. Only those with poorly developed mammary glands and a low number of lactating cells in the mammary glands will have their milk secretion affected after childbirth. 7.Can I continue to breastfeed if I have mastitis? The first symptoms of mastitis are swollen and tender breasts, redness and swelling of the infected area, fever, chills, headache, nausea and vomiting. New mothers can take care of themselves by applying hot compresses and massages, and go to the hospital for treatment which usually heals in about a week. As mastitis infects the breast tissue and has nothing to do with breast milk, it will not infect the baby and you can continue to breastfeed. 8.How are the two sides of the breast asymmetric ah? In fact, many women have asymmetrical breast size, but before pregnancy is not very obvious, to the postpartum period, breast expansion, the difference between the two is obvious. Some new mothers often give their babies milk from only one side of their breasts when feeding them, if the other side is best sucked empty with a breast pump. Otherwise, the asymmetry of both breasts will become more and more obvious over time. 9.Baby is still biting the nipple after eating, how to do? Don’t do anything hard at this time, as you may strain your nipples. When the baby is confirmed to be full, use your finger to gently press the baby’s chin or lower lip; you can also put your index finger into the corner of the baby’s mouth and slowly let him release his mouth. This will make it easier to pump the nipple again. 10.How to prevent milk leakage? Mothers can prepare more anti-spill pads in their bras, which can be bought in general baby stores. It is best to buy disposable ones, which are clean and convenient. 11.Will milking by hand hurt my mammary glands? Milking with too much force will indeed cause breast damage, but the correct way of milking will not hurt the new mother’s mammary glands. Here’s what you can do: Wash your hands, find a comfortable position to do so, and place the milk container close to the breast. Place your thumb on top of the nipple and areola, your index finger on the underside of the nipple and areola, and your other fingers holding the breast. Squeeze your thumb and forefinger toward the chest wall. Make sure your fingers are fixed when squeezing and do not slide around on the skin. Repeat a few more times and the milk will come out. The mother with a strong squirting reflex, after squeezing for a while, the milk will also jet out it. 12. Are sagging breasts caused by breastfeeding? In fact, the cause of sagging breasts is not breastfeeding. On the contrary, breastfeeding can promote the secretion of oxytocin, which increases the elasticity of the suspensory ligament of the breast. It is the lack of attention to breast care while breastfeeding that is the culprit of sagging breasts. You can usually do more breast massage at home, just follow the methods below.