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Why does pumping hurt

readyornot12345readyornot12345 member
in December 2013 Moms
My nipples are seriously destroyed looking. They hurt every time I pump. I have tried different flanges. I use it on the lowest setting. Still miserable. My nipples look white and cracked. I am exclusive pumper and bottle feeder.
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  • sportsmommasportsmomma member
    Go to an LC and have them fit you for flanges and watch you pump to be sure the pump is functioning properly.
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  • bjhafner04bjhafner04 member
    Use lots of lanolin between pumping! May want to lube up the nips a little with olive or coconut oil before pumping too.
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  • SarahDavis83SarahDavis83 member
    I second going to the LC and using the lanolin. Before using the lanolin though, express a little breastmilk onto your nipple, spread it around, and let it dry. Then put the lanolin on top.

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  • BeachMommy2BBeachMommy2B member
    Yes, try seeing a LC. Before I switched to formula I was EP and feeding from a bottle. I had a little discomfort the first couple of days, but then no pain after that. What kind of pump are you using? Maybe that could be the issue, I was using a Medella PISA.
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  • lollipoppooplollipoppoop member
    edited January 2014
    I lube up my nipples with nipple cream then pump
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  • readyornot12345readyornot12345 member
    I am using a medela Pisa. I don't know why it hurts so badly even on the lowest setting.
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