Repeated mastitis - positioning problem?

steidla

I keep reading that positioning can be a cause of mastitis. Does anyone know if double football hold is a likely problem? I'm not sure what to do otherwise, but I'm wondering if anyone has ideas. (also, I pump a fair bit but am trying to cut back as I have some oversupply)

BananaPancake

I'm guessing that it COULD be part of the problem, if using the opposite latch is something that can fix things like a blocked duct, etc. You might look around for an IBCLC or get ahold of your local LLL chapter and see if anyone can offer a more hands-on advice. It sounds like you might be on to something, and starting there might be a good resource. Good luck!!