Other causes of breast discomfort are dry, cracked or bruised nipples. Early, frequent feedings and using several positions help avoid this problem. In addition, leave your nipples open to air when possible and wash them only once a day with mild soap and water. Gently wipe them dry after each feeding. Chemicals and creams are usually unnecessary and occasionally aggravate the problem.
Most mothers eat all types of foods while nursing.
If you must start any medication, please let your pediatrician know as soon as possible. Usually your baby's umbilical cord stump will fall off in the first one to four weeks. Keep it clean and dry. Firmly apply rubbing alcohol with a cotton-tipped applicator or cotton ball several times daily until it is healed. After the cord falls off, a few drops of old, dark blood may appear.