How do you prevent a clogged or plugged duct?
A clogged or plugged duct can be the cause if your breasts are very tender, milk is not squirting out of those 15-20 holes, and you have redness or a hard spot near the sore area.
There area few things you can do to prevent a clogged or plugged duct:
- Limit the breastfeeding or breast pumping intervals.
- Check your bras for a bad fit, pulls tightly, or has misplaced underwire.
- Avoid carrying heavy items (how much do you really need in the diaper bag?)
- Take extra time to position your baby correctly
- Avoid getting too run down or stressed out.


