Who thinks about their nipples, unless you experience a cold breeze in a thin t-shirt or you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Otherwise, we mostly ignore the nipples, although we may think about our breasts. So let’s talk nipples!
Have you ever wondered what those white bumps are on your nipples? Well, they are the visible parts of all the oil glands that surround your nipples. They basically keep your nipple skin from getting too dry. If you have ever squeezed one (confess), then you may have freaked out by the discharge – sort of like a zit. Well, that discharge is excess oil that you’ve forced out.
Got any other questions – like how to handle sore nipples while breastfeeding? Come chat with us for #ecowed. This week’s #ecowed Twitter party will be sponsored by Earth Mama Angel Baby and we’ll be talking all things nipple related. We’ll be focusing on nipple care pre, during and post breastfeeding. For example, we’ll chat about nine things your nipples wish you knew about them! Confess – have you used cabbage leaves to help with engorged breasts? I did – although I chilled them first to provide some cooling relief.
But if you didn’t, aren’t or won’t breastfeed, don’t let that stop you from joining the party. Your nipples still need some attention. And Earth Mama Angel Baby’s certified vegan Natural Nipple Butter isn’t just for nipples. I love to use it on my elbows and feet to keep them smooth. I even use it on my husband’s elbows, although he doesn’t know if it Natural Nipple Butter. And it is free of phthalates, 1,4 dioxane and other not so nice ingredients. It is also free of lanolin and instead uses calendula extract.
Join us on February 17, 2010 at 10 pm Eastern time for a fabulous and educational #ecowed party. Be sure to leave a comment below to be eligible to win one of the absolutely fabulous prizes from Earth Mama Angel Baby:
- Earth Mama Angel Baby Breastfeeding Support Kit;
- Two (2) Natural Nipple Butters;
- Three (3) Milkmaid Teas;
- Two (2) Bosom Buddies; and
- One (1) Booby Tubes.
Not sure about Twitter parties? Learn more about the Twitter party and then join us using the #ecowed hashtag on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 10 pm Eastern.
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