When breastfeeding milk can build up in your breasts because its being made faster than its removed which then causes milk stasis. Because of this breast tissue can become swollen and inflamed. The inflammation can quickly progress to an infection
develop from sore cracked nipples. A blocked duct that has been left untreated can progress to mastitis. If you have mastitis you may find your breasts are: Red and blotchyHard and tightTender and soreHotSwollenA lump or lumps (known as a blocked duct
stage is your milk 'coming in' and your breast will feel swollen, hard and quite painful. Wearing a supportive bra, day and night, can help you feel more comfortable.HELPING HANDSWhen your baby cries or sucks at your nipple it stimulates milk production
in pictures.You Many women will have started their maternity leave by now. If you’re in this position, make the most of this chance to get some rest before you become a mum – there won’t be much time after your baby is born!You may feel very swollen
genitalia normal? Your baby gets an extra dose of female hormones just before birth, and these affect them for a couple of weeks afterwards. Breasts in both sexes may be a little swollen and genitals may appear slightly enlarged. This swelling is also to do
that will be his arms and legs. He has dark patches where his eyes are forming. You Your breasts may be swollen and sore. Your nausea continues and you need to wee a lot. Foods taste different. See your GP if you have constant nausea. Avoid undercooked meat
the loo moreDuring your first trimester you'll need the loo more often as your uterus expands onto your bladder. Higher progesterone levels and tubes from your kidneys being swollen and dilated mean you're more prone to urinary problems.Help your body
be startled. She's also likely to cry but lots of cuddles should comfort her. Offering a breast or bottlefeed may help to calm and distract her, too.Although vaccinations rarely cause a severe allergic reaction, you'll probably be asked to wait at the surgery
be lactose intolerant and you will need to seek medical advice.Q: Does it make a difference if you breast or bottle feed as to how likely colic will be?A: One recent study concludes that babies who are not breastfed are almost twice as likely to have colic. Q
