best thing for cracked nipples...

edited September 2011 in Pregnant
so I haven't had my baby yet, but my friend had hers a few days ago and has the worst cracked nipples, I just want to be prepared and buy what will work.....anyone have suggestions on the best cream,lotion or salve??

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  • edited September 2011
    Lanolin cream, but I also think actually rubbing breastmilk onto your nipple helps, too.
  • Lansinoh lanolin for sure!! Mine were cracked and sore this stuff helped lots
  • Lanolin, cool packs, and time....
  • Lansinoh for sure but would also let them air dry with breast milk still on. Also try the gel pads..put them in the fridge and they help with the pain and healing. Just fyi don't use the cream then pads..it will ruin the gel pads..use one at a time.
  • Nipple shields are a lifesaver for me!!!
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  • Lanolin for sure .I also didnt like the disposable breast pads...they make some that are bamboo...they absorb more than cotton and are soooooo.....soft . They didnt stick to url nipple if its cracked or bleeding. They are called bamboobies!
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