I've been told that breastfeeding hurts. There are some doctors that tell you to prepare your nipples for breastfeeding by buffing them up, and im sure there are plenty of methods for that. One way ive been told is to take a wet cloth and scrub your nipples. Harden 'em up a bit. Before you even think about it, DONT! What you may not know is that your nipple :
There you go ladies, there is nothing that you can do to prepare your nipples for the pains of breastfeeding. What you need to know is that if your breastfeeding correctly and the baby is latched on like its suppose to, it will not hurt. When it starts to hurt and its really painful for you, its because your not doing it correctly. I advise you take a breastfeeding class. Roger that ;]"Secretes oil that cleanses and lubricates the nipple, keeping it soft and pliable. It also has a scent that the baby uses to locate the breast. You cannot smell it but your baby will be able to, especially right after the birth. Do NOT remove this oil with soaps or other drying agents such as alcohol or witch hazel. If your nipple tissue becomes dry or crusty from leaking colostrum, cleanse gently with clear warm water and apply a small dab of Lansinoh ointment after showering. “Toughening” of the nipples before birth is no longer recommended as it will further damage your tissue toward breakdown."- http://www.co.monroe.mi.us/healthy_babies_breastfeeding/prenatal_breastfeeding_info.html
