Hi guys another question here. I am mainly a pumper instead of a feeder. I have 3 pumps all together from all my pregnancies. I find that the wearables pump out more milk rather than my machine with the flanges. However my breasts prefer a stronger pull to get the milk out. After each pump, my areolas are super sensitive, like rubbing on the breast pads or even using collection cups can be a bother. I use the lanolin cream alot and also made a healing cream with my milk and an ointment but seems like its very sensitive to touch or rubbing on bra. Anyone got suggestions on what to do?
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What helped me was using a slightly lower suction + making sure my flange size was right, and adding a little nipple balm before pumping to reduce friction.
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The flange size matters so much. And also, I returned my M1 and switched to a V1 Pro. That helped a lot.
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Something that helped me a lot was airing out. I wore a robe with the front open most of the time so I could really air out.
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Do you know anything about the pump sprays? See it on socials but don’t understand it
What helped me was air-drying completely before applying lanolin, and switching to silk-like disposable pads — way less friction! Also, have you checked your flange size? I realized I was using one too big, which caused extra pulling on the areola.
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Pump spray is basically a light lubricant you use on the flange before pumping. It helps reduce friction, so it feels more comfortable, especially if you use a stronger suction. I’ve seen a lot of moms say it helps with output too, but mainly it’s for comfort
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I see. I thought that would reduce the pull and not give milk. Not sure if that would help me.
I recently changed my nipple flang and always use the nipple balm after. But havent had luck still. Its very sensitivrle to touch. I even thought of constantly changing my nipple covers thinking dried milk is affecting it, it helps but the rubbing in general is very uncomfortable. If i go at a slower speed, it’ll take me forever to pump lol
I’ve been doing the same lately. It helps a bit
I just changed my flange size . It helps a bit but maybe I’m just super sensitive
Did you try using Momcozy’s cooling nipple cream thingy? I really enjoyed the applicator. And I found myself using the cooling massage function too. I have also tried Frida’s breast ice packs around my areola and I LOVED IT! My areola area doesn’t do well with rubbing either. I do a sort of tapping with the creams.
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Have you tried Momcozys comfort nipple cream? It seriously worked so good for me!
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I have not yet. Ive been looking into a lot. I started off by switching my pumps, changing my reusable pads more often, ive also use lanolin cream and also made a cream with my milk and an ointment mixed together since its something i found online and wanted to try. Ive seen the nipple shields but are hesitant to keep investing in something that i might not be able to use 9r might not work.
Honestly what helped for me is letting my boobs air out lol. After a shower, I just apple nipple cream and sit for a few minutes. And then wear a very very loose t-shirt. Making sure that nothing rubs against them. That helped me A LOT.
I really like the frida mom saline spray for this. It was a life saver for me this first few weeks. Also definitely make sure you’re wearing very light fitting clothing. I just put up with being covered in milk for awhile because wearing bras with the leak pads was causing pain. I tried to not to wear anything on top for as long as possible and only a baggy tank top when I had to be clothed. Lol
Ive been doing the airing out or more of the lansinoah creams. I think i spelled that wrong. Lol
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I can never spell that work right lol!
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