Bounty

Ouch!  If it really does hurt, here's what to do:

• Make sure baby is positioned correctly.  Ask your midwife to help, and see our positioning checklist.
• Bathe your breasts with plain water (soap can remove natural oils and contribute to cracking).
• Never pull your nipple out from your baby's mouth like a cork from a bottle - put your finger gently into hte side of her mouth to break the suction.
• Express a little milk onto your nipples after feeds and let it dry.
• If you're using breast pads, use ones without plastic backing to let the air in, and make sure your bra is not too tight.