Getting nipples prepared

babybeldi · June 2015

What's da best thing to do to get ur nipples ready for breastfeedin? 6 wks to go

fghmama6701 · June 2015

Read a dictionary.

babybeldi · June 2015

Oh smart arse

PCU215 · June 2015

Not much. I mean there isn't much out there to mimic a small person with no teeth to suck at them ferociously at all hours of the day. Sorry...

Jennym2b · June 2015

Fine sandpaper three times a day. Rub gently. That should make a baby feel like heaven

chantellbroussard · June 2015

Not sure. But, I do know how to get them prepared for passing an English Language and / or spelling test.

ChristyM87 · June 2015

In all seriousness I was reading about applying nipple cream prior to delivery might help. No personal experience though

mirrenrue · June 2015

Just because we are pregnant doesn't mean we forget how to use manners. I've seen like 3 different posts where someone was made fun of because of their grammar and last time i checked, that was rude and it's best to ignore it. Pointing it out probably makes you feel better about feeling miserable but remember you could very well have hurt someone's feelings or hurt their self esteem. Just tread lightly and think about others more.

kval13 · June 2015

Meow, easy there mean girls. If you don't like the form or grammar of a question, don't answer it. You didn't have to make an effort to make a FTM feel worse- this forum is supposed to be supportive.

@babybeldi , my aunt recommended that I rub my nipples with a wet wash cloth while in the shower to "toughen them up" for breastfeeding. I have no idea if it will work, but I figured it couldn't hurt!

chantellbroussard · June 2015

mirrenrue said:

Just because we are pregnant doesn't mean we forget how to use manners. I've seen like 3 different posts where someone was made fun of because of their grammar and last time i checked, that was rude and it's best to ignore it. Pointing it out probably makes you feel better about feeling miserable but remember you could very well have hurt someone's feelings or hurt their self esteem. Just tread lightly and think about others more.

Thanks for the input. My manners are always at the forefront. Quite honestly, if someone were just really ignorant when it came to grammar, I probably wouldn't say anything. This post was pure laziness. Spelling entire words out isn't that difficult. Leaving out one or two letters saves no time, and makes you come across as lazy and / or ignorant. Pointing it out does make me feel better. It doesn't make me feel any less, or even, more miserable. However, it does make me feel better that maybe, just maybe, the person will think twice about such laziness in the future. I would be embarrassed and appalled if one of my children typed out something looking like that and they are in elementary school.

Jennym2b · June 2015

Seriously guys common sense. What do animals do to get ready? Have you ever seen a monkey or a cat or a dog rubbing it nipples with anything to get ready for breastfeeding? You just do it.

ee11 · June 2015

Do you see them getting ultrasounds????

PCU215 · June 2015

Ultrasounds? What on earth are you talking about?

ee11 · June 2015

There is something wrong with my app it won't let me reply to a comment and is posting them below. PP said do you see animals rubbing their nipples etc. well no, but do you see them having ultrasounds and the like no!! So her comparison sucks!!

theirbunmyoven · June 2015

I'm a lactation nurse and this is actually a good question. Not that there's necessarily anything you can "do to prepare" your nipples per se, but we find most women with anatomical challenges to overcome had no idea prior to delivery. I would talk to your OB if s/he is a true breastfeeding advocate (or potentially an IBCLC if possible) before delivery to find out if you may have some challenges based on your anatomy.
Other than that your nipples will go through a period of sort of toughening or getting used to breastfeeding. It's normal to have minimal soreness and it's not necessarily completely avoidable even with consistent good latches.
Best of luck with breastfeeding mama

daniellelea1985 · June 2015

You don't need to do anything... Just tell da nips to show up to the party!

melavalos · June 2015

I don't think anybody should be shunned- nor feel obligated to be grammatically correct on a forum. It's not like this is a professional document or form of communication in any way, shape or form. Just sayin' :-\"

And in response to the actual question that was presented to us, I feel as though my husband has been thoroughly preparing them for me lol

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inLOVEalready715 · June 2015

I don't think you should do anything to prepare your nipples. It's debated if nipple
Stimulation can help
Initiate labor, so I think any nipple prep should be avoided unless you're trying to start the labor process.

gatormom73 · June 2015

My mom also told me to use a wash cloth in the shower to toughen up then buy some vitamin E capsules poke a lil hole in it and rub on your nipples to soothe. She said she didnt do that with my sister and she couldn't breastfeed. Second go with me she did, and she said it worked amazingly!

babybeldi · June 2015

Thanks very much to da ppl who actually cud answer my question n not been so smart n rude.. It was only a simple question that any mothers wud ask but der is ppl out der dat ar jst complete rude.. Oh If use don't like how I spell well don't bother commenting on it ok..

ccarrozza1 · June 2015

It's texting language. The real question is where does society draw the line between formal communication and grammar and informal text language? So yeah it's a much bigger question.

As for breasts, don't think there is much to do expect for get some cream and be ready to apply.

Knottie99627423 · June 2015

I think the best thing you can do to prepare your nipples is do as much research as possible on a correct latch. Most nipple soreness is related to incorrect latch. I would also suggest investing in some lanolin cream. You may also want to grab a copy of The Motherly Art of Breastfeeding put out by The Leche League. Breast of luck to you, mama!

PCU215 · June 2015

Ok so the nipple topic has been addressed, now for the grammar/spelling etc. Sure, so it's text grammar. Is this really how adults communicate these days? You seem to want educated responses to your questions, so why not take an extra few minutes to actually speak correctly? Is this how you speak with people on a daily basis, because I'm not sure I could function effectively if I spoke to people this way....texting or talking. You don't seem concerned with how you appear and that is fine. But just be aware that people perceive you not only by the content of your post but how you word things...and people will probably continue to give you a hard time if you choose to type this way. You may think it's rude but I find your lack of respect for posting something like a responsible adult rude.

sarahsairsair · June 2015

Get da cheese grater to em

maybebaby84 · June 2015

No preparation necessary! If you are curious about breastfeeding check out La Leche League. They have a website, groups to attend, and books. https://lalecheleague.org

Knottie99627423 · June 2015

Sooo, what if this is the way the original poster speaks? What if this is the dialect of her community? What if English isn't her first language? Would you tell a woman in Philly that because she says"aks" instead of "ask" that she doesn't deserve an intelligent response? What if this person wasn't given the opportunity to receive an education because of family circumstances? The woman is asking for advice on feeding her BABY. I was always told to keep my mouth shut if I had nothing nice to say. I'm not trying to ruffle any feathers but man, it just seems kind of rude. I get that this is an open forum, yada, yada, yada but why even comment just to put someone down? As women we should support each other. More compassion, less judgment.

Jayeards · June 2015

Are these critics serious?

stormyyautumn · June 2015

The hospital that I am delivering at offers breastfeeding classes every week. I would ask your doctor or call the hospital you are delivering at to see if they offer something like that. I'm sure that's where you will get the best information. I am actually going to a class next week since I never breastfed my first. As far as the mean girls go.. it's best to just pretend like they don't exist and skip past their comments. That's what I do anyway lol

Good luck

jtenkorang · June 2015

Just remember that nipple stimulation can induce labor. I tried to do the wash cloth trick with my first pregnancy and it didn't work. There are several creams out there to help with the pain of breastfeeding but you will just have to suck it up until your nipples get use to it. And they do.

Jennym2b · June 2015

Knottie99627423 said:
Sooo, what if this is the way the original poster speaks? What if this is the dialect of her community? What if English isn't her first language? Would you tell a woman in Philly that because she says"aks" instead of "ask" that she doesn't deserve an intelligent response? What if this person wasn't given the opportunity to receive an education because of family circumstances? The woman is asking for advice on feeding her BABY. I was always told to keep my mouth shut if I had nothing nice to say. I'm not trying to ruffle any feathers but man, it just seems kind of rude. I get that this is an open forum, yada, yada, yada but why even comment just to put someone down? As women we should support each other. More compassion, less judgment.

I'm pretty sure there's no excuse other than laziness and ignorance with op tying how she chooses to. You can't convince me her education got her far enough to spell breastfeedin but not add a g. Come on now. White knight a real cause.

mirrenrue · June 2015

This is an app for pregnant women not a professional setting. For those of you who feel so enlightened to be critical of little things like this, I feel sorry for you. Placing that energy and passion into a worthy cause would be better for all.

Handree · June 2015

I went to a breast feeding class and this question came up. The lactation consultant said there is nothing that you can do to prepare your nipples and that trying to "toughen them up" is not a good idea. She said to wash them with water and avoid drying soaps and also lotions and oils.

JennyJensing · June 2015

With DD, I didn't do anything to physically prepare and was able to successfully breastfeed for eight months. If you are a FTM, I'd find your local La Leche League chapter and plan to start attending meetings--they are a wealth of knowledge. In the first few months with DD, I almost quit several times, but always gained a ton of confidence back after going to a LLL meeting.

Also, I found this book very helpful: https://www.google.com/shopping/product/10784598792143955966?q=breastfeeding+books&biw=1152&bih=753&bav=on.2,or.&bvm=bv.94911696,d.b2w&tch=1&ech=1&psi=EpJwVcjtFIK3sAXC8YKoBw.1433440787845.3&prds=paur:ClkAsKraX5bb983nl48w3ys3dDLIGjanPW554IymzV0vQD_988GdqPnvD7L4XFgNLvMkKdvo02mFSGC0G5K4ver0DDhnxGnWWGv8CKyX3DHpoykNdhzLaOFPtxIZAFPVH71MLOOZsB8WuXq8bPok2wQsHycZqw&ved=0CDkQpis&ei=HJJwVZSWA4KRsAXilIO4DQ.

GL!

Stacey81182 · June 2015

Quite a few mom friends have recommended lanolin (oil? Apparently it's better than the cream). No washcloth, that can dry you out and irritate the skin, is also what I've been told. Someone else mentioned nipple guards if you're really having trouble. A little nervous myself!

iwaeda · June 2015

It's funny how months ago everyone was pissed at the seasoned members of this site/forum and now many new people are unnecessarily rude about the most trivial things.

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