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havingaleo · March 2013

Hi All,

Ow! Ow! Ow! Does anyone know what to do for hypersensitive nipples? They sometimes feel as if they are freezing off or as is someone were peeling them off of me with an incredibly sharp apple peeler. I imagine it is only going to get worse. Are there any home remedies for this?

Twinkler2011 · March 2013

Ok, this is going to sound a bit odd, but hear me out lol.

My mom used to sell adult toys, and do in home parties.

When I was pregnant with my daughters I had terrible nip pain. My mom got into her kit and pulled out something called "anal ease". I tell you what it numbed them up so well I didn't feel a thing!

However, looking back on it now....orajel might have done the trick too!

Don't judge. lol

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Manada · March 2013

Along the same lines there is a topical anesthetic called EMLA you can buy at a pharmacy. It will definitely numb the skin for a short time...

That said evening primrose oil may help too... If you take the capsules. A naturopath or good natural health store may have other suggestions

clairmeij · March 2013

Wondering if desensitizing them might work too? Might sound a little masochistic but may be a little more permanent?

havingaleo · March 2013

First of all, your mom sounds super cool. Secondly, how could someone like me who used to let her grandmother slice potatoes and adhere them to her head with a wet bandana in hopes of curing her migraine ever judge your mom's anal ease? By the way, I swear the potatoes worked, and sometimes I toy with the idea of trying it again. Thanks for the tip. I will try orajel or anal ease.

havingaleo · March 2013

Thanks, I will look for EMLA!

JoySeattle · March 2013

As a professional in this area, I feel the need to say that if you haven't already, consider checking with your pregnancy healthcare provider and/or having a lactation consultation. Sensitivity during pregnancy and postpartum are normal, pain and feeling like "freezing off or as is someone were peeling them off of me with an incredibly sharp apple peeler" is NOT.

You may need someone to help you determine the cause (such as Raynauds, etc) rather than just a temporary treatment that may not be appropriate for your case or for your breasts as they mature and produce milk (regardless of whether you breastfeed, but especially if you do).

Feel free to PM or page me if you have more specific questions!

IUIBaby · March 2013

That doesn't sound normal. I'd see your doctor.

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