Pregnancy Podcast

Troubleshooting Common Breastfeeding Issues

Aug 10, 2025
Breastfeeding can be a journey filled with challenges. New mothers often deal with issues like sore nipples, engorgement, and latching difficulties. It’s important to recognize symptoms early to prevent bigger problems later. Tips for managing common infant issues like spitting up and nursing strikes are also discussed. Support from lactation consultants and support groups can make a huge difference. The podcast encourages understanding feeding behaviors and highlights the importance of a nurturing environment for both mother and baby.
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ADVICE

Treat Plugs Before They Become Mastitis

  • Clear plugged ducts with frequent nursing, warm compresses, and massaging from the lump toward the nipple during feeds.
  • Rest and seek medical care with fever or flu-like symptoms; unresolved plugs can progress to mastitis and require antibiotics.
ANECDOTE

Personal Mastitis Lesson

  • Vanessa Mertens shares she got mastitis with her son and again later, and that the experience was unpleasant.
  • She warns that avoiding antibiotics worsened her second episode and led to an abscess requiring more invasive care.
ADVICE

Expect And Manage Spitting Up

  • Recognize spitting up as common and usually harmless, not to be confused with forceful vomiting that signals illness.
  • Burp after every feeding and keep the baby upright briefly to help reduce spitting up.
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