Breast changes during and after pregnancy (BCC148) [PDF]

Breast changes during and after pregnancy | 23Possible breast problemsThis section looks at what happens when your milk‘comes in’ and any problems you may experience.The following information may apply to women whobreastfeed and women who have decided not to andwant to stop their milk supply.It is not unusual to experience some problems with your breastswhen your breast milk comes in and in the first few weeksafterwards. Many of these problems are caused by inflammationor infection of the breast. However, many women don’texperience problems at all.‘I did read a lot of literature before childbirth aboutpotential breast problems. I was very fortunate thatI didn’t experience any problems at all, however, Ido feel it’s worth knowing about what could happenand how to deal with it so you are prepared ifproblems occur.’EmmaCall our Helpline on 0808 800 6000