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Painful feeding

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littlemissnormal · 10/06/2012 17:14

My DS is 3 weeks tomorrow and ebf which is going really well.
However since this morning I've had shooting pains in my left boob when feeding and can feel 4 little lumps a bit smaller than pea size in different places.

I'm just after some advice as to what this is and if I keep feeding through the pain on that side or just feed from one side?

TIA

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Voyageofdiscovery · 10/06/2012 17:20

I am no expert but it could be blocked ducts. When I had this I got my DD to feed from the sore side and when she did I massaged the lumps. I tried to ensure that the boob was completely empty. This worked for me.

I'm sure someone with more experience will be along to help soon!

NoodieRoodie · 10/06/2012 20:02

It does sound like blocked ducts, most important thing is to keep feeding.

Massage is good, as is heat, so maybe try a warm bath or a warm flannel on it.

babybouncer · 11/06/2012 08:41

Another vote for blocked ducts here. I get them a lot and usually they go after a couple of feeds but sometimes it takes more to sort. Try hot flannels or even dipping that side in a bowl of hot water, different positions and keep feeding. I also found the nct phoneline had some more suggestions if you're still struggling.
And you have my sympathy - blocked ducts are so painful!

littlemissnormal · 11/06/2012 13:11

Thank you, will keep going through the pain!

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