Comments on: Safe Nipple Cream (for Nursing Mothers) Guide

By: Coree Mahoney

Coree Mahoney — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 20:38:30 +0000

What about Honest brand nipple cream, and the brand Tubby Todd? I haven’t seen you mention Tubby Todd in any of your product guides and curious what you think about them for baby lotion, soap and sunscreens as well.

By: Zoya

Zoya — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 04:46:21 +0000

What are your thoughts on Boob Ease from the makers of Bamboobies??

By: Analu

Analu — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:53:09 +0000

In reply to Holly Ferguson. I want to know about Boobease nipple cream too!! Hopefully you van get an answer on this!

By: Jessica Keen

Jessica Keen — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 18:08:13 +0000

In reply to Miss G. Did it work?

By: Tanya Roberts

Tanya Roberts — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 18:06:25 +0000

Gotta love all natural nipple cream made from organic extra virgin coconut oil! Can be found here: http://www.lactationconnection.com/Breastmilk-Bandit-Natural-Nipple-Cream-p/2900.htm

By: Maia James

Maia James — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 20:47:26 +0000

In reply to Kayla B. I don't know that brand, but will add to our list for a future investigation!

By: Kayla B

Kayla B — Mon, 02 Jan 2017 00:44:51 +0000

Hey! So I was scrolling through Amazon looking for a “stick” version of cream to use to avoid using my fingers and I came across Good Nature brand Bee Calm Balm and I was wondering if you’d be able to tell me if that was a good/not so good option?

By: samreen

samreen — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 22:43:55 +0000

Thanks a lot for info!

By: Ben

Ben — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 22:09:11 +0000

Actually both Medela and Lanisoh use Low Pesticide Lanolin. So low that it is around 1 part per million total. Medela also blends their product with other skin healing ingredients that are considered green.

By: Maia James

Maia James — Sun, 14 Aug 2016 21:19:22 +0000

In reply to Jolynn. Hi, we actually haven't looked into this, but will add to the list!

By: Jolynn

Jolynn — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:09:28 +0000

Hi there, I was curious if you have done any research on disposable nursings pads? I am currently using the lansinoh brand. I have thought about trying the bamboobies disposable ones. Any thoughts or recommendations?

By: Maia James

Maia James — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 14:16:53 +0000

In reply to Susan. Yes, my understanding is that beeswax in products is safe, but you could check with your pediatrician!

By: Susan

Susan — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 20:27:45 +0000

Question on the Green Goo – I know you’re not supposed to give honey to a baby under 1 year. Is beeswax okay? Thanks for the super helpful guides! Love your website!

By: Litlmama

Litlmama — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:04:11 +0000

I have suffered through sore nipples with 4 of my babies. I would strongly suggest others try laid back breastfeeding position. It sincerely helped me with my last one. It is also okay to give one side a break and use a pump for a few feedings. Gel dressings, saline rinses, polysporin cream if the skin is broken, and softshell nipple shells to keep everything off of the nipple so there is no tearing when it is time to nurse again. These are very annoying to wear because they cause extra leakage. You can place a disposable nursing pad inside the outer shell away from your nipple to catch the leak. I would like to try Milkies milk savers to actually keep the milk but at this time they are just too expensive for me. <3 Prayers for healing for all of you. I'm due with my fifth and I am most nervous about the first week or two of nipple boot camp rather than actual labor.

By: Maia James

Maia James — Tue, 24 May 2016 12:24:12 +0000

In reply to Robin.

We definitely still recommend it! Sierra Sage rebranded and the company is now called Green Goo. But here’s the line up: https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/brand/green-goo-brand-gimme-the-good-stuff/

By: Robin

Robin — Fri, 20 May 2016 23:35:39 +0000

Do you no longer recommend the Sierra Sage comfort cream? I don’t see it listed under Good Stuff anymore.

By: Katie

Katie — Wed, 04 May 2016 21:05:06 +0000

Hi! Im 24weeks but already preppin for breastfeed. Can you give some tips on how to prepare your breast/nipple for breastfeed before baby comes to avoid or atleast lessen cracks and bleeding. Thanks

By: maia

maia — Wed, 20 Apr 2016 16:34:07 +0000

In reply to Robin.

Hi Robin-
I looked up those wipes but cannot find a list of ingredients–let me know if you have that and I’m happy to weigh in. The bigger issue I think though is that, why would you want to clean your nipples before or after nursing? My understanding is that the bacteria in breastmilk and possible on the nipples is actually beneficial. Unless there is a specific problem, I wouldn’t see any need to clean your nipples. Although of course I’m not a doctor!

By: Robin

Robin — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 23:44:37 +0000

Are there any breast wipes that you recommend? I heard that you can wipe off your nipples with breast wipes after nursing to clean and prevent thrush. One site recommend Bella B Nipple nurture breast wipes?

By: Maia James

Maia James — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 16:58:22 +0000

In reply to Kate. Wow, I didn't uncover this in my research, but very good to know! Thanks so much for sharing.

By: Kate

Kate — Sun, 17 Apr 2016 03:11:47 +0000

Thank you for sharing your story and what you’ve found out. I had a rough time too. I remember counting to 15 or 30 when my son would first latch on so I could stay focused on not pulling him off during the initial pain. I tried rubbing breastmilk on my nipples after feedings, then moved on to lansinoh. What turned the corner was when his doctor told us he needed vitamin D drops, like all breastfed babies. I chose Carlson Labs on Amazon. It included a little vitamin E, which his doctor okayed. I applied it to my nipple as a way of giving it to my son. That way I could be sure I didn’t miss his mouth 😉 It must have been the vitamin E in it that healed my nipples in a day, maybe two. I had been using Lansinoh for weeks by then with only mild success and I could practically watch my nipples heal with this. Did you come across vitamin E in your research?

By: Holly Ferguson

Holly Ferguson — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 17:05:48 +0000

What do you think about boobease from Bamboobies? https://www.buybamboobies.com/products/boob-ease-100-organic-nipple-balm

By: Maia James

Maia James — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 02:36:21 +0000

In reply to Lyndsey. Oh I really feel for you! All I can say is that although it feels interminable to you now, it WILL end, and my OB said in 30 years of practice he had never seen anyone's nipples take as long as mine did to heal. So, I highly doubt yours will last so long! Nothing really changed that made them suddenly better. They just gradually got slightly less painful until the scabs healed and the agony ended. With my second baby, btw, there was never any pain. Hang in there!

By: Lyndsey

Lyndsey — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:34:39 +0000

What changed to allow your nipples to heal? I am three weeks in and feel like there is no light at the end of the nipple. Have chunks of nipple missing as well. Had started with earth mama butter and just got the lansinoh yesterday. Have seen lactation consultants and had her tongue/lip tie revised and I feel like no healing has occurred. Still use nipple shield occasionally when I just can’t bear it. If it takes sixty days I don’t know I can sustain hope for that long…

By: Maia James

Maia James — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 02:49:42 +0000

In reply to Miss G. Coconut oil would be perfectly safe to try as a nipple balm...let us know if it works!

By: Miss G

Miss G — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 02:44:58 +0000

What are your thoughts on using coconut oil for chapped nipples? I don’t want to order a nipple balm online ahead of time, in case I don’t need it (power of positive thinking and all that, haha), so I’m trying to find something that we have around the house to use in the mean time if breastfeeding becomes painful. Thanks!

By: Maia James

Maia James — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 22:43:15 +0000

In reply to Karina.

Ugh that sounds horrible! Yes, I think the Honest Balm is fine. As for body wash and lotion, I like Babo products: https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/brand/babo-botanicals/

By: Karina

Karina — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 16:03:39 +0000

Have you used the honest company nipple balm??… my breast feeding experience ALWAYS as painful as yours… I’m on my 4th child and fear breastfeeding pain more than giving labor… My nipple bleed and Crack for the first 40-60 days… I was given as a gift the honest company nipple balm but I don’t know how good it is, please help I’m due in 2 wks!!! …. also what are the best body wash and lotions for baby???. Thx!!

By: Maia James

Maia James — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 01:51:58 +0000

In reply to Lauren.

Hi Lauren-
Unfortunately, there really is no plastic-free storage option for breastmilk, other than just putting it into glass bottles/ball jars. For nipple pads I recommend something like this: http://amzn.to/1MqwfhM

By: Lauren

Lauren — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 02:25:22 +0000

Hi Maia- throwing this question out under the Nipple Cream section because it has to do with breastfeeding biz. Can you recommend a safer option of milk storage bags? Could you presumably just use glass? Also, I’ve already invested in the Sierra Sage Comfort Cream, but what do you suggest in terms of nipple pads? First time mom here prepping to give birth in 1 month and very unsure about all of the breastfeeding products! Thank you!

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 15 Dec 2015 01:54:02 +0000

Superlan works best for me, I tried all other lanolin cream, but superlan beats them all by far.
You can buy it on Amazon.com