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Breast pads/shields?

MrsEricHMrsEricH
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Hi Girls,

I was at BRU the other day perusing the breastfeeding aisle- YIKES.  Talk about overwhelming.

They had nipple pads as well as shields (which were like hard plastic things).  Besides not being disposable, what's the purpose of the shields vs. the pads, and which will you use?

Also, if you're using the pads, which brand/type are you getting? 

TIA!

 

 

 

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  • Starfish113Starfish113 member
    The shields are actually to use while breastfeeding. I don't know a ton about them, but they somehow help if you're having trouble. I bought the Lansinoh breast pads.. but I haven't used them so I'm not sure how great they are. GL!
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  • Alexandra*sMomAlexandra*sMom member

    Breast pads, I liked Gerber the best.  I also got Lilypadz w/ DD1 while I worked so the pads weren't noticable with tighter shirts.

    This time I have breast pads given to my by 3 friends and my sis - plus some I threw in a ziploc after I weened DD2.  I have plenty to start with!

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  • shortms6shortms6 member
    I could be totally wrong, but I think the sheilds are for use during breastfeeding for various issues (cracked, painful, inverted/flat nipples) and the pads are for absorption of leakage.  The pads go right in your bra to prevent leaks.



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  • lmedeiros9lmedeiros9

    I heard from a new mom that the lansinoh has better sticky stuff to prevent sliding around in your bra than the modela.  I'm sure I'll get some of both and decide which I like.

    I was thinking about trying some of the washable/reusable ones.  Any thoughts/experience? 

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  • Alexandra*sMomAlexandra*sMom member
    imagelmedeiros9:

    I was thinking about trying some of the washable/reusable ones.  Any thoughts/experience? 

    I was just given several sets of washable ones that I will try as well.  I personally didn't like any of the pads that are folded in the box (Lansinoh is), because you can still see that crease under your shirt!

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  • KKMKKM

    These are my favorite breast pads.  I found they work the best and dont show thru your bra when you wear something a little form fitting...some of the others are a bit bulkier and will look lumpy under your clothes.

    https://www.overstockdrugstore.com/products/Lansinoh-Disposable-Nursing-Pads-%252d-60-count.html?prodid=4563&cvsfhu=34353633&utm_source=GAN&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=google_affiliate

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  • MrsEricHMrsEricH

    ah- okay.  I knew the pads were for absorbing leakage but didn't know what the shields were for.  So yeah, they had the Lansinoh and Medela, a brand I'd never heard of, and then the washable kind.

     

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    imageAlexandra*sMom:
    imagelmedeiros9:

    I was thinking about trying some of the washable/reusable ones.  Any thoughts/experience? 

    I was just given several sets of washable ones that I will try as well.  I personally didn't like any of the pads that are folded in the box (Lansinoh is), because you can still see that crease under your shirt!

    I tried the reusable ones and didnt have the greatest luck.  They didnt seem to absorb much and I ended up leaking all over the place. 

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  • mrsfrankmrsfrank member
    I have to say that I tried Johnson and Johnson while BFing DS, and they stick to your nipples, I really like the lansinoh ones and the petals
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  • MrsDannyOutlawMrsDannyOutlaw member

    ...are itchy!

    I recently started using these due to leakage and having to butter my nipples up thanks to sensitivity. Lame.

    I recommend getting a few types and finding one that you like. I ended up going with reusable - the paper stuff of the others is just super itchy!


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  • aimeelvaimeelv
    I used the Lansinoh pads when I was BFing Zachary and I'll probably stick to those this time too.  I tried the Gerber and Avent pads, but wasn't impressed.  
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  • miranda040miranda040 member
    I bought some of the Lanisoh breast pads, and for my shower I received some of the Lily Pads reusable breast pads. My cousin said the Lily Pads saved her life while she was breastfeeding. I hope they work for me as well as they did for her.
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  • Mrs.Hagen2Mrs.Hagen2
    I really liked the Johnson and Johnson pads when I was BF DD. I will try those again and I bought some new Simplisse flower petal breast pads as well. Its all personal preference, I agree with pp, buy a couple brands and then you will figure out which ones you like/dislike.
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