Future Health Frontiers Q&A Women’s Health

How to care for breasts during infancy

Asked by:Leviathan

Asked on:Mar 28, 2026 05:10 AM

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  • Sleipnir Sleipnir

    Mar 28, 2026

      baby Period: It’s best not to squeeze or rub

      The breasts remain stationary throughout infancy and early childhood. However, due to the influence of estrogen in the mother's body, babies born may have breast enlargement or nipple discharge in the short term after birth.

      Key points of care: Be careful not to squeeze or rub at this time, and let nature take its course to avoid infection. Apply local heat to promote absorption. With the baby's body female After the hormone levels drop, about 3 weeks later, the breasts naturally return to normal and enter the quiescent phase.

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