How long after stopping BF did your engorgement end?

[sarahb083]

I slowly weaned my DD down to 1-2 feeds per day, and stopped on Thursday. My breasts are still full and lumpy. They're not getting worse but also not getting better. How long should I expect this to take? I'm worried about mastitis - is there anything I should do?

How old is she?

You could try hand expressing just a little to relieve the pressure and dislodge any lumps. Don't completely drain the breast, just do as little as you can to relieve the soreness.

Cabbage leaves from the fridge are meant to help too. I think Savoy cabbage? I can't remember now.

Thanks @BertieBotts. She's 10 months. I've heard of cabbage leaves but thought it was an old wives tale! I've never hand expressed but I'll have a look for instructions.