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As a mum to be, this balm makes you have more confidence, as stretch marks are a big issue in pregnancy. I am currently 32 weeks pregnant and, as of yet, I have no stretch marks after having used this balm. Unlike some other stretchmark creams on the market, this smells great which is nice as my partner really prefers it to previous, more chemically, products I had been using. I feel that the balm makes you feel very relaxed, almost like aromatherapy! There are also numerous support networks and professional bodies who can help. Your midwife will be on hand to support you through those first few weeks and the NHS have an excellent comprehensive list of places where you can find support with breastfeeding. A randomized trial assigned mothers of preterm infants to receive either a purported herbal galactogogue tea twice daily, a fruit tea twice daily or nothing. The galactogogue tea mixture (Natal, Hipp [Turkey]) contained 1% stinging nettle as well as Melissa, caraway, anise, fennel, goat's rue, and lemon grass in unspecified amounts. All mothers received similar breastfeeding advice from the same nurse and two groups were told that the tea would increase milk production, but compliance with the study teas was not assessed. Mother used breast pumps to extract and measure their milk and output on day 1 and day 7 of the study were compared. Although the increase in volume of extracted milk was greater in the galactogogue tea group, there was no difference in maternal serum prolactin between the groups at 7 days. No difference in infant weight gain was seen between groups, although the authors stated that additional supplementation was provided to all infants in addition to the pumped milk.[ 5] The study was not blinded, the randomization method was not stated, intent-to-treat analysis was not performed, and some of the numerical results were internally inconsistent, so the quality of the study was poor. Herbal Foot Spa Gift Set, Footcare Kit, Foot Balm, Foot Soak and Pumice, Organic Foot Therapy, Relaxing Foot Care, Natural Foot Treatment Nipple creams are traditionally made of lanolin, but modern nipple creams use a variety of ingredients to soothe and moisturize skin, like coconut oil, shea butter, or even olive oil. How we chose the best nipple creams for breastfeeding

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But while lanolin nipple creams don't need to be wiped off before breastfeeding, this ingredient does come from sheep's wool so isn't suitable for vegans. However, there are plant-based or organic alternatives available, which we've recommended below. Your needs: Such as if you need a cream that’s vegan, lanolin-free, organic, for sensitive skin etc. As mums, we’re often told that breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world and whilst this may be true, natural is not necessarily synonymous with easy. If you feel like you’re struggling with breastfeeding then rest assured you’re not alone.

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Ingredients include nourishing coconut oil, shea butter and vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that's great for skin protection. I always found coconut oil helpful or Weleda.” - brand recommended by Mumsnet user MildDrPepperAddiction Our verdict I've been using this product for two months. At 35 weeks pregnant I still don't have a stretch mark in sight. I'm not a slim lady with a small bump either, so for me this is a big success so far. My skin feels lovely and any excess I have on my hands, I use for my arms and chest which has done wonders for my dry skin. I usually have red rashy arms but they have cleared up a lot since using this.

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It’s considered safe to use during breastfeeding and you don’t need to wash it off before you start a feed. However, around 2% of people are allergic, so if you or your baby experience irritation when using lanolin-based products stop using them immediately and look for alternatives. Why you should trust us Do not contain vitamin E oil, which can cause allergic reactions and is not safe for babies to ingest Emollient ingredients: Coconut oil, shea butter, rice bran oil, sunflower seed wax, sunflower seed oil The only two downsides to this Mother’s Balm are the price and the consistency of the balm. As I said, it felt a little bit rough or gritty at first use but I realised that it then sunk into the skin very nicely. Tested by mum Llinos Griffin for the Mother & Baby awards 2018: Creams made of organic oils or medical-grade lanolin will almost certainly be fine for both you and your baby. Creams containing petroleum or parabens are safe for skin application, but are not meant to be swallowed so will need washing off before letting your baby latch. Can you use Vaseline as nipple cream?