Leaking Boobs! Its not the ideal conversation topic for new
mothers, but it is something that happens with about 99% of new
mothers. When you are a breastfeeding mum, between feeding times
your breasts can just sometimes leak out milk. Sometimes if you are
walking past a baby, or if you think about your baby, you will also
feel the milk let down and have a leak.
The milk let down sensation is a tingling feeling. And the milk
leaks will drip out from your nipple.
It is extremely common for breasts to leak regularly when your
baby is new born, while your breast milk and breast feeding routine
are getting established. Some women also leak more over night.
Then as your baby gets older, and your breast milk production
settles down, you may find that your breasts don't leak as
much.
The amount of time that breast leak does vary between mothers.
Some it may be for 6 weeks, or for others it will be around 6
months, 9 months, or for the entire breastfeeding period.
To absorb leaks you need breast pads. There are several
options available, such as reusable breast pads, disposable breast
pads, breast shells. The one that you choose to you, will depend on
your budget (throwing away disposable breast pads will cost you
$$), and it will also depend if you can be bothered with the
washing and reusing. The other option now available is for Lily
Pads - which are a breathable silicone breast shell which push your
nipple down continuously - and prevent leaks from even occurring.
We do have some easy care breast pads at our web store.
Personally, my breasts leaked a LOT when my son was a newborn. I
was changing them regularly to ensure I didnt get any leakage
through my clothing. When he reached 6 months old, I am noticed
that my boobs didn't leak as much.