7 ways to prevent mastitis

　　1. Prevent nipple rupture.

　　Cracked nipples are prone to galactostasis and may lead to bacterial infection due to wounds.

　　(1) After 6 months of pregnancy, wipe the nipples with a towel dipped in water and insert them into the baby every day to avoid biting them;

　　(2) Do not let children develop the habit of sleeping with the nipple in their mouth;

　　(3) After breastfeeding, wash your nipples with water and put a soft cloth between your nipples and clothes to avoid scratches.

　　2. Actively treat nipple rupture to prevent complications.

　　(1) Mild nipple rupture can still breastfeed, but after breastfeeding, apply 10% compound benzoic acid tincture or 10% cod liver oil bismuth locally, and wash before the next breast feeding;

　　(2) For severe nipple rupture and severe pain during breastfeeding, you can use a nipple shield to breastfeed indirectly; or use a breast pump to suck out the baby and then feed the child with a bottle;

　　(3) For the scab on the nipple, do not forcefully tear it off. You can apply vegetable oil on it, wait until it becomes soft, and then slowly tear it off.

　　(4) Dissolve an appropriate amount of lard over low heat, add an appropriate amount of white flour, and mix into a paste. Apply to the affected area 3-4 times a day. If there is excessive exudation or bleeding, sprinkle dry white powder.

　　3. Prevent milk stasis.

　　(1)Postpartum Breastfeeding should be started as early as possible;

　　(2) Apply heat to breasts before breastfeeding to promote smooth flow of milk. If the mother feels breast distended pain It is also necessary to apply hot compress in time. After hot compress, massage the breast with your hands to lift the nipple;

　　(3)baby If the sucking ability is insufficient or the baby eats little and secretes a lot of milk, use a breast pump to suck out all the milk;

　　(4) Pay attention to cleaning the nipples and removing the scale at the entrance of the breast ducts.