Question 1

is it okay to keep nursing if on antibiotics for mastitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it is safe.  And you need to keep emptying your milk.

Question 2

any tips on how to wean toddler from nursing? don't want mastitis but ready to stop....

Accepted Answer

Weaning made easy: Weaning exclusively breast fed infants
can become a bit drawn out affair, mainly due to  dependence at  some level, mostly for infants but for some mothers as well.  Cold turkey  is a harder than gradual method. In the former, infants scream a bit longer but it is amazing how smart their little brains can be to figure out  they need to rely on other sources for their survival.  D/c night feeds fir

Question 3

is it possible to get a mastitis (breast) infection without nursing?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Its known as non-lactional mastitis.  You can also be at increased risk of developing this if you are a smoker.

Question 4

hi, i believe i have mastitis. i have had it before. i am nursing. i have a small lump in my left breast. i am dizzy and weak. i used antibiotics last time and my symptoms went away quickly.  ?

Accepted Answer

Mastitis : See your physician as you may need to be treated with an antibiotic .Good Luck

Question 5

is it normal for a non nursing woman to excrete a milk like substance during sex? have not nursed over 30 years somwtimes juat a little, others lots

Accepted Answer

Breast exam time: This may be normal but it could be a sign of something going on in your ductal system within the breast. Monthly breast self checks and yearly breast examination by your doctor are an important part of breast cancer screening. I recommend an appointment with your doctor to have this evaluated.

Question 6

what is neonatal nursing?

Accepted Answer

Neonatal nurses: They are nurse who have extra training and experience to take care of newborns at the neonatal ICU. Those babies could be in the hospital due to prematurity, infections, congenital anomalies, depression or difficult transition around time of birth, etc

Question 7

what are nursing home ethics?

Accepted Answer

See below: Not sure what you mean by your question. The workers at the nursing home are bound by the hipaa, federal and state laws. The information about the patient can only be released to someone else with your or your guardian written consent. If you need more clarification, please rephrase the question.

Question 8

is herbalife safe while nursing?

Accepted Answer

Vitamins: When supplemental Vitamin A is added to the prenatal vitamin, overdose can occur in as little as 4 times the regular dose. If Vitamin A is consumed in amounts greater than 10,000 IUs, liver toxicity or fetal birth defects can occur. High dose vitamin E in women were 70% more likely to give birth to a baby with a heart defect.  Be careful which vitamins you take.

Question 9

how will a nursing pillow help me?

Accepted Answer

Good support: Nursing pillows are a great way to cradle your baby safely while feeding as well as making your breastfeeding much more comfortable. Positioning your baby for the feed can be much easier with a pillow when they are in early infancy and need better support.

Question 10

how to reduce weight during nursing?

Accepted Answer

Don't: You don't want to go on a weight reduction program while you're nursing, as it may compromise baby's nutriition. Wait until after you've stopped and then go for it.

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Hi, i believe i have mastitis. i have had it before. i am nursing. i have a small lump in my left breast. i am dizzy and weak. i used antibiotics last time and my symptoms went away quickly. ?

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Is it normal for a non nursing woman to excrete a milk like substance during sex? have not nursed over 30 years somwtimes juat a little, others lots

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