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Written by Katie Scott, RN, BSN, IBCLC certified.

Serving families in the Treasure Valley, Idaho area.

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My opinion on nipple pain and treatment. 

Nipple pain is the number one reason for breastfeeding cessation. Getting help for nipple pain as soon as you can will optimize how much milk your baby takes in, and help you reach your breastfeeding goals. If you are experiencing nipple pain, contact an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant as soon as possible.

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Let’s talk about silicone breast pumps. (aka Haakaa)

Sometimes a product that everyone says you have to have, is not a good option for you in your breastfeeding journey. Read about the the reasons I am not a fan of the silicone breast pump if not used for what it was intended to be used for, occasional removal of milk when you don’t have access to baby or your hospital grade pump with fitted flanges.

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-Cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow-

-For babies grow up we’ve learned to our sorrow-

-So settle down cobwebs, dust go to sleep-

-I’m rocking my baby and babies don’t keep-

—Ruth Hulburt Hamilton