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A newborn’s stomach is as small as a marble. At birth, you have just the right amount of milk to fill it. |
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| TO HELP YOU GET STARTED |
| Six things that will make you more comfortable while breastfeeding. |
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| Breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world — and ideally, all you really need is a breast and a baby. However, there are some products that may make you more comfortable during breastfeeding. Ameda wants to make your experience a good one, so if you're experiencing soreness, need to pump so you can go back to work or want to store milk, here are a few things that might help. |
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| COMFORTGEL® HYDROGEL PADS |
| When you're first breastfeeding, you may experience sore nipples. While breastfeeding should never be painful (if it is, consult with a lactation expert or doctor), you may feel a bit sore at first. ComfortGel hydrogel pads can provide cool, soothing relief as your body adjusts to breastfeeding. |
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| NURSING BRAS |
| As you know, during pregnancy your body changes in preparation for the task ahead. Your breasts fill with milk to feed your hungry newborn. As your breasts get bigger during pregnancy, and as you begin nursing your new baby, you may find you need a new bra to provide extra support. Nursing bras have a convenient panel that opens, making it easier to nurse after your baby arrives. |
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| BREAST SHELLS |
| Worn inside a bra before or after you've given birth, these breast shells provide protection to sore nipples and draw out flat or inverted nipples before feedings. |
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| BREAST PADS |
| Also worn inside the bra, breast pads absorb milk that may leak from your nipples while you're pregnant or between feedings after your baby is born. Some women never experience leaking. If you do leak, don't worry! When your body adjusts to nursing, the leaking will gradually subside. |
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| LANSINOH® BRAND LANOLIN |
| If you have nipple pain or trauma, you may want to consider using a lanolin such as Lansinoh Brand Lanolin to help your nipples heal faster. It's a natural, ultra-purified lanolin product that soothes and helps heal your nipples. It's the only lanolin endorsed by the La Leche League International. |
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| BREAST PUMPS |
| Pumping milk for your baby lets you provide your milk when you're away at feeding times, can help relieve engorged breasts, and can increase a low milk supply. There are many breast pumps available that offer a range of cycle and suction settings, power sources, sizes and prices. The breast pump that is best for you depends on your individual needs and lifestyle. |
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| This is general information and does not replace the advice of your physician or healthcare provider. If you have a problem you cannot solve quickly, seek help right away. |
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Every baby is different, and your baby may not be average.
If in doubt, contact your physician or other healthcare provider. |
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