Easy tips and products for every mom
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are two extraordinary stages in women’s life, full of emotions and transformations. Among the many body changes,the breasts play a key role: it gets ready to welcome the baby and nourish him in his first months of life. For this reason, taking care of them with the right products is essential to keep them healthy and elastic, preventing discomforts such as irritation, dryness or cracked skin.
How do breasts change during pregnancy?
Already since the first weeks of pregnancy, your breast starts changing due to hormonal changes: it becomes more turgid, sensible and, sometimes, sore. Here are some of the main changes you could notice:
- More sensibility and breast tenderness
- Increased visibility of subcutaneous veins
- More pronounced nipples and darker areola
- Appearance of Montgomery’s tubercles, small reliefs around the nipple that naturally lubricate the skin.
These transformations are completely normal and mark the wonderful journey to motherhood. However, to keep the skin elastic and well-nourished, it is essential to choose specific products that protect it and prepare it for breastfeeding.
The breast during breastfeeding: what to expect?
After giving birth, breasts continue to change. Within a few days of your baby’s birth, you may experience a sense of fullness and tightness due to breastfeeding. This phase can bring with it some discomforts, such as breast engorgement, but with the right care you can manage them without problems.
Here are some useful tips:
- Proper Positioning: Ensuring optimal latch reduces nipple pressure and helps prevent irritation. If needed, a midwife or breastfeeding consultant can offer support.
- Alternating Breasts: Switching sides with each feeding helps distribute suction evenly, preventing strain on one nipple.
- Gentle Hygiene: It is best to cleanse the breasts with water or mild cleansers to avoid disrupting the skin’s natural barrier. Frequent use of harsh soaps can make the skin more vulnerable.
- Protection from Moisture: When using nursing pads, choose breathable materials and change them regularly to prevent moisture buildup.
Linea MammaBaby®: the best alley for your breast
To accompany you with gentleness and efficacy in this path, Linea MammaBaby® has created Smeraldino, our Soothing Breast Balm designed for the wellness of mothers’ skin during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Its formula deeply hydrates, soothes the skin, and prevents the formation of cracks while maintaining the skin’s natural elasticity.
Why to choose Smerladino?
- Shea Butter and Almond Oil: deeply nourish and improve skin elasticity.
- Vitamin E and Olive Oil: protect and stimulate natural cell renewal.
- Fragrance-free formula: perfect for not altering baby’s sense of smell during breastfeeding.
How to use it?
- It is recommended for use during pregnancy (starting from the 7th month)
- Throughout breastfeeding, between feeds, while following standard hygiene practices
- Apply a small amount to the breast or nipple and massage until fully absorbed
- During breastfeeding, remove the product from the nipple with a mild cleanser before nursing.
Taking care of your breasts during pregnancy and breastfeeding means giving yourself a moment of well-being, protecting your skin and living this experience with serenity.
Because every mom deserves only the best!