I realized yesterday that the hot lump in my right breast was probably not normal. After consulting my Nursing Mother's Companion, I figured it was a plugged duct and started massaging and applying warm compresses. Now, I have a fever and I feel like I've been hit by a truck. I'm assuming this is mastitis.
This just sucks. I need someone to give me a pep talk and remind me how good bfing is for DD. I know in my head with some anti-biotics, I'll be fine, but this just sucks right now.
Re: need a pep talk
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(hugs). i havent gone thru that but i hope that you can get some meds soon. when it clears up i am sure you will be happy you stuck with it for allison. we are here to support you.
Berty, it will get better!! You are in the very starting stages of it. Even though Maya was a good latcher from the start and we didn't have any major problems, it was still a struggle.
Now, I am SO happy I BF. No fussing with formula or bottles. When DD needs to be comforted, just whip out the boob! It's really quite magical.
And from a monetary perspective, it's free
Hang in there!