Understanding thrush

Understanding thrush

Thrush can be present in your nipple or your breast and  is due to an overgrowth of one type of fungus -often candida albicans and usually causes significant pain. It is hard to grow on a swab so diagnosis is often just after considering a mum’s symptoms, it is...
How to avoid mastitis

How to avoid mastitis

Mastitis is inflammation of the breast which often happens because of blocked milk ducts and/or nipple damage. Recognising mastitis  Tenderness, reddened areas and uncomfortable or painful breast lumps Women who have mastitis are likely to feel generally unwell, hot...