r/FormulaFeeders • u/FehuFox • 3d ago
Drying Up 🌵 Severe breast pain
Hello! I just hit 4 days post partum with my first and as the title suggests am in severe pain, assuming from milk coming in.
They typically are pretty tender regardless and I have an extremely poor pain tolerance surrounding breast pain. That's a big reason I chose to stick to formula for him. I'd take labor pains pre epidural again over this.
I'll probably call my ob in the morning to see what he thinks, but if the only answer is to ride it out, what are some good ways to help dry them out and get relief? I'm already on ibuprofen for a small tear received during delivery and my ice packs are melting too fast from how hot they apparently are.
Thank you so much.
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u/DumbbellDiva92 2d ago
Cabo Crème! Same principle as cabergoline, but topical.
As for the Sudafed, just be careful if you have/had any blood pressure issues. I couldn’t take it for that reason. It also has a bit of a stimulant effect, so might not want to take before bed.
Antihistamines are another medication alternative, although then that has the opposite effect (can cause drowsiness).