[:en][vc_row][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_column_text]<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3583" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/breast-engorgement-1.png" alt="breast-engorgement-1" width="286" height="553" />[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_column_text]Breast engorgement is normal in the first few days after baby is born as your body begins to produce milk. For some women, breast engorgement is a relatively pain-free process that lasts just a few days. For others, it may cause days or weeks of discomfort and/or pain as the breasts become swollen, hard and tender to the touch. Some may also experience swelling all the way to the armpits and/or develop a mild fever. If this is the case for you, here are some steps you can take to relieve the sensation of fullness and pain.

<strong>Feed baby from day 1</strong>

Many experts advise mothers to breastfeed baby from birth . This gives both mom and baby time to learn to feed before engorgement occurs. If possible, try breastfeeding baby as often as possible (at least eight to 12 times) in the first 24 hours to help minimise over-fullness.

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<strong>Massaging the breasts</strong>

Massaging the breasts before and during nursing can help with the milk flow and provide some relief to the tightness and fullness in the breast. Before feeding, gently massage the breast with the palm of your hands, going in a circular motion towards the nipples – a technique similar to self-breast examinations. Do the same for the other side. This technique can help to stimulate the 'let-down' reflex, making it easier for baby to feed.

While baby is nursing, gently squeeze the breast to create positive pressure, and release only when baby pauses during the feed. This helps to increase the milk flow, resulting in a more effective and enjoyable feed for baby.

When in doubt, always refer to a lactation consultant who will be able to teach you the different massage techniques and methods to relieve breast engorgement.

<strong>Alternating baby's position</strong>

Baby may develop a preference for one breast over the other. However, try to switch sides for every feed to keep engorgement at bay. Offer baby the less-preferred breast at every start of her feed, when she is hungriest. Be patient. It may take a while before baby is convinced to take the other breast.

However, if this is a sudden shift in baby's behaviour, consult your paediatrician to see if baby is hurting on one side.

On the other hand, if baby is getting enough milk and you are not having any discomfort, there is no reason why baby should forego her preference. Just ensure you express milk when needed to relieve the sensation of fullness in the breast.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:zh][vc_row][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_column_text]<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3583" src="http://tollyjoy.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/breast-engorgement-1.png" alt="breast-engorgement-1" width="286" height="553" /></p>
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_column_text]在宝宝出生后的前几天里感到乳房肿胀是非常正常的。这是因为您的身体正在开始产生母乳。对于一些女性而言，乳房肿胀是一个只会持续几天、相对无痛苦的过程。但对于其他女性来说，这却是一个因为双乳发胀、变硬和触痛而可能会引起的数天或数周的不适和/或疼痛体验。此外，有些女性也会出现肿胀延伸至腋下和/或出现低烧的现象。如果您有这种情况，以下是您可以采取的一些措施，以缓解这类肿胀和疼痛感。

<strong>从第一天起就为宝宝哺乳</strong>

很多专家建议妈妈们从宝宝出生时就应开始哺乳，因为这可让妈妈和宝宝在妈妈乳房肿胀发生之前，有时间学习如何进行母乳喂养。如有可能，妈妈应在宝宝刚出生的24小时内尽可能（最少8至12次）地尝试为宝宝哺乳，以便将充盈感降到最低。

<strong>按摩乳房</strong>

在哺乳前和过程中按摩乳房可以促进母乳流动，并在一定程度上缓解乳房的紧绷感和充盈感。在哺乳之前，您可用双手的手掌轻轻按摩乳房，向着乳头方向做圆周运动—一种类似于自我乳房检查的方法。对于另一侧也应使用同样的方法按摩。这个方法可有助于刺激排乳反射，使为宝宝哺乳变得更加轻松。

在为宝宝哺乳时，您应轻轻挤压乳房以产生正压力，并仅在宝宝暂停吮吸时松开。这样将有助于增加乳汁流动，使宝宝的哺乳过程变得更加愉快、也更有效率。

若有疑问，请务必咨询哺乳顾问，他们会教您缓解乳房肿胀的不同按摩技巧和方法。

<strong>变换宝宝的位置</strong>

哺乳时，宝宝或许习惯于吮吸某一侧的乳房。但是，您也应尝试在每次哺乳时交替使用另一侧的乳房，以防止肿胀现象出现。在每一次开始哺乳时，也就是宝宝最饿的时候，您应让宝宝吮吸他/她不太喜欢/习惯的那一侧乳房。在此期间，请保持耐心。宝宝需要一定的时间来适应从另一侧乳房吮吸母乳。

然而，如果宝宝的行为突然出现转变，请咨询儿科医生，以检查宝宝是否在某一侧感觉不适。

另一方面，如果宝宝可获得足够的母乳而您也没有任何不适，那么宝宝就没有任何理由放弃自己偏好的一侧乳房。在这样的情况下，您只要确保需要时可以挤出母乳，以缓解乳房的充盈感即可。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][:]