08/04/2026
Back with Part 2 of my list of Postpartum Essentials! ✨
Ni**le balms/butters are not a solution to all breastfeeding challenges. They are meant to provide mums with some temporary comfort as you ease into breastfeeding. 🤱 However, if you're experiencing consistent pain, bruising, blebs, bleeding etc while breastfeeding, please consult a lactation counsellor/consultant to address potential latching issues. Most of the time, once baby's latch is corrected, a lot of the breastfeeding issues tend to disappear as well.
The newborn stage often tends to be when parents might not pay as close attention to baby's dental hygiene 🦷 because:
1. you don't see teeth;
2. it's the fourth trimester and there always seems to be 367548 things to worry/think about. 🫠
I want to assure you that it's ok if this didn't immediately cross your mind, it's never too late to start. Just as how we're recommended to brush our tongues and gums, our babies need that too even before their first tooth arrives. Even if you don't use the oral cleaners I've featured here, it's completely ok. You can use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe over baby's tongue and gums. 🦷
If you're a new parent or expecting a little one soon, I hope this will be helpful for you, In Sha Allah ✨
