Breast fullness occurs within a few days after the baby's birth.
If there is tightness of breast tissue, heat or pain, then engorgement has occurred. Breast fullness or engorgement is a temporary problem and can be relieved by nursing the baby frequently, at least 8 to 12 times in 24 hours. Do not go more than 3 hours without nursing. Do not skip night feedings. This will enable the baby to get a deeper grasp of the breast.