For virtually all breastfeeding moms, nursing pads are a great thing to have. For many nursing moms, it is fairly common to be breastfeeding their baby on one breast, while the other breast begins to leak.
Nursing pads come in both washable, reusable versions and disposables.
However, do not use a nursing pad that has a plastic lining. Nipple Creams Nursing mom may experience sore nipples during the first few days and weeks of breastfeeding. There are several ways to avoid and prevent sore nipples, including making sure the baby is properly latched on , and that you are holding the baby in a proper position so that she is not tugging at your breast. There are also lanolin-based creams that can help relieve sore, dry sensitive nipples. When using a lanolin cream, make sure it is a purified, medical grade product, such as Lansinoh, to avoid allergic reactions.