Eye discharge
Blocked tear ducts are extremely common in newborns, and while they typically clear up on their own, they can also cause infections and unpleasant eye discharge. Just a few drops of fresh breastmilk can work wonders for eye discharge.
Introducing solids
When introducing cereal and other solid foods to newborns at six months, it’s a brilliant idea to substitute breastmilk for water to get a texture and flavor that babies are more accustomed to. But avoid mixing breast milk with fruits.
Diaper rash
Breast milk can treat diaper rash in infants just as well as hydrocortisone can. Massage breast milk into the skin and let it dry completely before applying a barrier cream and nappy.
Painful nipples
Early on in nursing, chapped, rough, and painful nipples are a typical concern. Even though there are lotions and ointments, midwives, lactation consultants, and mothers recommend breast milk. Express a bit of milk onto the nipple at the end of a feed and then let it air-dry there.
Teething
“Momsicles” are a great idea for helping breastfed babies with teething pain and discomfort. Use baby ice pop molds instead of full-size ones to make a breast milk popsicle. It can be stored for approximately six months in the freezer.
Eczema
In a 2015 study published in the International Journal of Dermatology, it was found that breast milk works just as well as hydrocortisone in treating mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, which is more commonly known as eczema.
Mosquito bites
Parents often use breastmilk to treat bothersome insect bites because of its calming and antimicrobial qualities. A breastfeeding ice cube can be applied straight to the sore spot for cooling comfort.
Sunburn
Honey, cow’s milk, and human milk are all effective natural skin soothers and well-known home remedies for minor sunburns. Use it at room temperature or when it is cold.
Other skin irritants
If you’ve previously tried using products like olive oil and coconut oil on your baby’s scalp to treat cradle cap, you might want to try breast milk as well.
Please remember to wash your hands before touching your baby’s delicate skin and use fresh milk or hygienically stored and frozen breast milk for all of the above purposes.
