The Breastfeeding Guide

Around day 2, 3 or 4, most women will notice their boobs becoming a lot fuller and firmer. Some women will experience engorgement, which is when the breast tissue overfills with milk and other fluids. Despite likely discomfort, this is actually a wonderful sign as your baby's food has arrived. You might find relief in ice therapy like these breast packs. Breast Ice & Heat Pack

It’s important to stress at this point that breastfeeding can be very tricky to get your head around while you try and find a rhythm that suits both you and your baby. It can be painful, frustrating, uncomfortable and it can lead some mothers to feel distressed or as if they’re failing. If this resonates with you - you are not alone. What you are experiencing is common and not a reflection of you, your love for your baby or your efforts. Patience and practice are essential aspects of breastfeeding during the early days and just because it’s ‘natural’ doesn’t mean that it will come easily. But if a few days or weeks go by and you’re still not feeling comfortable, call your midwife or lactation consultant for some guidance and support.