There are plenty of products on the market to help breastfeeding mothers. The trick is to know when these products are helpful and when they are needed. These also make nice gifts for the new mother in your life.
1. Lansinoh Lanolin Ointment
Lansinoh Lanolin ointment is designed to provide moisture and protect and heal the sensitive skin on the nipples. It is also good for all moist wound healing for when your baby is older. You can use this product as a protective mechanism for your nipples or if you are experiencing pain on the nipples.
2. Earth Mama Angel Baby Bosom Buddies
This is an external herbal remedy designed to help relieve pain from engorgement or for sore breasts. Simply steep these herbs in one of the enclosed for five minutes and place them on the nipples for pain relief. Comes with two bags, made of muslin. Do not ingest. Contains calendula, black tea, plantain, marshmallow root and cabbage leaves.
4. Milk Bands Breastfeeding Reminder Bracelets
These bracelets are designed to help nursing mothers remember which side that they have nursed on last as well as track feedings. The come in multiples colors to match your style.
5. Avent Breast Shells
These breast shells are designed to help relieve breast pain by allowing air drying of the nipples and prevent rubbing of the nipple on clothes or bras. They also allow the collection of breast milk when single pumping on the other side. It can also help relieve engorgement when being worn because it can place light pressure on the areola, allowing some milk flow.
6. Moboleez Nursing Hat
The Moboleez Nursing Hat is pretty spiffy! I've always been one who nurses in public but some babies are better at allowing you to remain covered. This prevents that from being an issue and it's cute to boot! A great idea for someone who wants to nurse in public but not show everything.










