Breast fullness, or engorgement, may occur when your milk “comes in”, usually 2–4 days after birth. Find advice on how to reduce breast engorgement and ease discomfort.
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Applying warmth and gently massaging the breast before putting your baby to the breast or before expressing milk can help stimulate the let-down reflex. This can also relieve breast fullness and make breastfeeding more comfortable.
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Cold compresses applied to the breast can help relieve engorgement and pain associated with mastitis.
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Learn “breast gymnastics” to help relieve engorgement and pain in a gentle way.
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If you have breast engorgement and pain, gentle breast massage can help to relieve discomfort.
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