Patient's question:
Since getting pregnant and giving birth, I've noticed some breast engorgement. Because I've never been pregnant before, I don't know what breast engorgement is or how long it should last. I want to know how many hours of normal breast engorgement is usual?Doctor's answer:
How long does it take for milk to come in? It varies from person to person, depending on their constitution. To help milk flow as soon as possible, the baby should be allowed to suckle the mother's nipple within 15 minutes to 2 hours after birth, and suckle frequently, every 2-3 hours.2. During each feeding, both breasts should be emptied. Let the baby suckle one side first, and then the other side. If one breast produces enough milk to satisfy the baby's needs, the milk from the other breast should be expressed using a breast pump.
3. Proper breast care should be practiced to prevent stopping breastfeeding due to cracked or sore nipples. The care methods are very simple.