Nourish Lactation

Nourish Lactation Fertility + Maternity Reflexology, Birth Doula, Lactation Counselor

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07/31/2025

Coming soon!

07/31/2025

🤔 Mastitis vs Clogged Duct — What’s the difference?

They can feel similar, but knowing which one you're dealing with can change everything.

Let’s break it down 👇
🔸 Clogged (or Plugged) Duct
🧊 A small, localized area of breast swelling
🍼 Milk gets backed up and has trouble draining
😖 Tender lump or knot that might soften after feeding
🔥 Warm to the touch but NO fever or body aches

What helps?
✔️ Keep nursing or pumping as usual
✔️ Gentle lymphatic massage BEFORE feeds
✔️ Cold packs after feeds (10 mins max)
✔️ Eat anti-inflammatory foods & boost choline intake
🚫 No more heat, vibration, or aggressive massage — it can make things worse!
🔸 Mastitis
💥 Inflammation in most or all of the breast
🥵 Redness, heat, pain — plus chills, fever, body aches
📉 Milk supply might dip while your body fights inflammation
⚠️ Often caused by unresolved clogs, oversupply, poor fit flanges, or infection

What helps?
✔️ All of the above for clogs, PLUS:
✔️ Probiotics with L. fermentum or L. salivarius
✔️ Ibuprofen (check dosage with your provider)
✔️ Hourly icing (5-10 mins)
✔️ Antibiotics may be needed (consult your doctor)
✔️ Get a milk culture if no improvement in 48 hrs

💡 Bonus: You do not need to pump and dump- your milk is safe!

‼️ Not sure what’s going on? You don’t have to guess. I offer 1:1 consults to help treat the issue and get to the root cause. Comment "relief" and I’ll DM you the link to book a session! 💬

👇 Have you ever had a clogged duct or mastitis? Share what helped in the comments your tips might support another parent today. 💕

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