LaVie Lactation Massager, Breastfeeding Support for Clogged Ducts, Mastitis, Improve Milk Flow, Engorgement, Medical Grade Teal

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True, it’s manual. But it’s definitely easier to use than your hands. It’s also very economical, and you never have to recharge it. No wonder so many nursing mothers give it high praise! Why We Like It: As mentioned previously, lactation massagers use heat or vibrations to unclog milk ducts and relieve sensitivity and tenderness in the breasts. Some massagers have a single vibration or heating mode, while others offer an array of heating and vibrating modes that you can switch on and off to your liking. Lactation massagers also have a unique shape that is used for supporting the breasts, scooping up milk from within, and unclogging ducts with the edges. All of these features come together to make lactation massagers a godsend for nursing mothers. How Useful Is a Lactation Massager?

Some electric massagers may have heat therapy as an option to help soothe any soreness or tenderness in your breasts and to help milk move along faster by expanding the ducts and muscles around it. Heat therapy has been used for the relaxation of different body parts for a long time, so it is no surprise that heat works just as well for breastfeeding problems. In a study from 2004, researchers found that breast massage greatly increased the quality of breast milk when performed in the first year after delivery. The parts of the milk that improved with massage included the: Perhaps it’s just me, but I felt like the intensity settings could have been less…intense. It’s good when using for a clogged duct, but if I’m just using it to massage while pumping I felt it was a bit much. I would have preferred less intense vibrations. Magnetic charger doesn’t work well A lactation massager’s purpose is to stimulate your existing milk flow. However, a lactation massager cannot increase your total milk, and it cannot cause you to create breast milk if you don’t already have it. Because of this, it’ll depend on what you’re aiming for, to determine whether or not a lactation massager will “really work” for your needs. Establishing a good flow is everything as a breastfeeding mom. The original LaVie Lactation Massager works to maintain your flow by giving you:

Lactation massagers are also small and portable and are easy to fit into a bra, so you can use them even when your hands are full. All of these benefits, coupled with the primary advantage of a lactation massager helping with breastfeeding problems, make it a must-have for pregnant and nursing mothers. Scraping Board Design: The unique scraping board design helps to stimulate the breast tissue, promoting milk flow and relieving engorgement. Does your baby still feel hungry after being fed?? If you are worried about whether your baby has had enough milk or not, you’re not alone. Many new mums face low milk supply issues and are unable to fully empty each breast while breastfeeding. Other than these, there are common breastfeeding problems like nursing pain, plugged ducts, engorgement and mastitis.

A 2004 study examined the combination of bandaging and massage to treat breast-related lymphedema. Researchers found that adding massage showed more significant improvement than just bandaging. However, there are risks with using lactation massagers and they should be used gently. Putting too much pressure on the breast can cause trauma and can actually cause more harm than good. What does a lactation massager do? As mentioned above, lactation massage isn’t intended to increase your total milk. It just stimulates your existing milk flow. However, this can, in the end, help to increase your total milk. While the most common type of lactation massagers are electric massagers, you will also find another type of massager. Manual massagers are for mothers who do not feel comfortable or safe using an electric massager on a sensitive body part.

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While lactation massagers are relatively new to the breastfeeding journey, breast massage, in general, has long been thought to help with the let-down reflex that releases milk. Mothers and midwives have also used it as a remedy for problems like engorged breasts and clogged milk ducts that can turn into a painful case of mastitis if not treated.

Now that I know the benefits of an electric massager for relieving clogged ducts and releasing breast milk, I want to share how this nifty tool can provide a more pleasant breastfeeding experience, especially in the newborn phase when moms may have oversupply. Move your fingers to the area under your armpit, and continue with small circles as you walk your fingers along. Yes, there are other options for dealing with clogged milk ducts and other breastfeeding issues beyond buying a new lactation massager. Some doctors may recommend using an item with a similar vibrating function (you might have one in your bedside table) to replicate the function of a lactation massager, but you don’t have to use vibration at all to unclog milk ducts if you don’t want to. In fact, some mothers may even find that the vibration is painful for clogged milk ducts (especially if you’re dealing with mastitis). Your lymphatic system is responsible for helping your body flush out toxins. If you’ve had surgery on your lymph nodes, you may experience a buildup of waste fluids called lymphedema. You may also hear this type of breast massage referred to as manual lymph drainage.In my first month of my breastfeeding journey with my second child, I remember having a clogged duct that got so severe, it led to mastitis. I tried to manually massage my breasts and nurse to the point of exhaustion. It was an unfortunate (and painful) episode that had to get cleared up with a treatment of antibiotics. Whether you’re pregnant and trying to plan, or you’re already nursing a baby and looking for a solution to nursing problems that may arise frequently, a good lactation massager should always be a part of your post-pregnancy kit. It not only unclogs milk ducts, but also leaves the breast feeling soft and gentle for your child to latch on to. You may also try this type of massage on your own. You may even feel the nodes draining under your touch. If you’ve had recent surgeries or other issues, it may be best to leave this type of massage to the professionals. For muscle tension