Reddit mentions of Lansinoh TheraPearl Breast Therapy Pack, Breastfeeding Essentials, 2 Pack

Try this: https://youtu.be/-l5BpqllTLg deep latch technique

It’s the only thing that worked for me. Though sometimes my nipples still get sore, I slather them with lanolin cream and nursing ice packs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J61VL9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TjWsDb2MKXJSA

My first recommendation is to check to see if she has a baby registry. New parents need/want LOTS of stuff, and while all gifts are appreciated, having someone help cover the essentials always made us really happy! Some of my favorite gifts were for things we needed like extra bottles, bassinet sheets, and giftcards to Amazon.

Now, to your question - here are some top items we've used with our new baby:

• If she's breastfeeding then nipple balm, nursing pads (I like the Lansinoh disposable ones), cooling pads for your bra for when you're engorged, a Haaka breastmilk pump/saver, and nursing tank tops.
  
• An activity mat
  
• High contrast books and toys to look at
  
• Extra changing pad liners
  
• Dreft stain remover (GREAT for poop stains!)
  
• Burp cloths (you can literally never have too many. We love these from aden + anais.)
  
  
  With the exception of the activity mat, you can really never have too many of the above items!

Lansinoh TheraPearl 3-in-1 Hot or Cold Breast Therapy Pack with Cover, 2 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J61VL9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nD7YCbD006DC6


These saved me!!!

Engorgement is rough! It’s amazing what you’re doing.

1. do you have a good (hospital-grade) pump? That’ll extract your milk much better at this early stage. Help you to get more empty between being full.
   
   
2. Switch between hot & cold. My OB recommended putting wet diapers in the freezer and using them as ice packs. I use these for a similar purpose—one set lives in the freezer and the other next to my microwave. Hot before pumping, cold after. Hot showers are also a lifesaver—I would literally hand express while in the shower to relieve some of the pressure.
   
   
3. also—if you feel like you have lumps that aren’t getting better—try dangle pumping. It’s super awkward—I set up on my bed with two large pillows stacked to hold up my arms and have my breasts hanging downwards in front of them while attached to the pump parts. But it helps extract better.
   
   Your milk will regulate soon and then engorgement won’t happen unless you miss a pumping session.

I use the Lansinoh packs below.. I've also heard of using a diaper?

Lansinoh TheraPearl 3-in-1 Hot or Cold Breast Therapy Pack with Covers, 1 Pair (2 Count), Heating Pad and Ice Pack for Breastfeeding Relief, Nursing Essentials https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J61VL9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GmruDbZ588PAQ