Breastfeeding women can get an infection of the breast known as mastitis. This article will tell what mastitis is, how it occurs and how to treat it.

Apr 20, 2010 - Tamara Frank

Mastitis is a condition experienced by many nursing mothers. Breast pain can be scary for women, but it's easy to diagnose and treat mastitis if it's caught early on.

Apr 27, 2009 - Jenny Evans

Research shows that about 1/3 of mothers will have a breast infection while breastfeeding. Antibiotics are a common treatment, however they may not be effective.

Apr 4, 2009 - Brenda Lane

Breast infections are common in nursing mothers in the first few months after delivery. Cracked nipples allow bacteria from the baby's mouth to pass into mother's breast.

Aug 25, 2009 - Meenakshi Krishnan

Breast pain does not necessarily mean cancer. This article provides a diagnosis of breast pain and possible treatment protocols.

Mar 4, 2009 - Snigdha Taduri

Discusses the symptoms, prevention and treatment of breastfeeding problems that cause pain in mother and/or baby, such as sore and cracked nipples, mastitis and thrush.

Dec 20, 2008 - Hayley Nichols

Breastfeeding and its benefits are constantly highlighted in the media. But uncertainty still looms for some mums. Discover the truths and reasons to breastfeed.

Sep 4, 2008 - Wei Yin Wong

Some key information will help new moms successfully breastfeed their newborns.

Jan 31, 2007 - Rachel Lister

Breast abscess is a common complaint in nursing women. Although non-cancerous, these can be very painful. Here are some answers to help manage the condition better.

May 14, 2009 - Snigdha Taduri

Three to five days after giving birth, many new mothers experience breast engorgement which can lead to painful clogged milk ducts and mastitis if left untreated.

Sep 21, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Thrush, or a yeast infection on the nipple or in the baby's mouth or diaper area, can be frustrating and painful. Try these strategies for relief.

Nov 17, 2010 - Sarahlynne Davis

Although breastfeeding is the ideal form of nutrition for an infant, mothers infected with HIV should avoid breastfeeding as HIV can be transmitted through breastfeeding.

Dec 18, 2009 - Mariam Anthony

Does breastfeeding have to hurt? Some experts say that if breastfeeding hurts, mother is doing something wrong. Breast soreness is preventable and treatable.

Mar 22, 2009 - Brenda Lane

Breastfeeding is natural, but it is not always easy. Here are the most common problems on a row, with solutions and links to helpful articles and sites.

Mar 27, 2011 - Tamara Croes

Thrush is a yeast infection that is often passed back and forth between breastfeeding moms and their babies. It can make both mom and baby very uncomfortable.

Sep 15, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Many women struggle with breastfeeding and become demotivated in the process. They must learn how to overcome these problems.

Nov 8, 2009 - Jana Engelbrecht

Breast itching can be a sign of breast cancer. Inflammatory breast cancer and Paget disease of the nipple can both cause women to experience itchy breasts.

Dec 18, 2010 - Jody Morse

Breastfeeding does not always start out as the euphoric experience it is thought to be; but the benefits to your baby are worth the hard work and sacrifice.

Sep 26, 2010 - Sara Renae Mattson

Breastfeeding is the best way to feed a newborn baby. But what if the mother suffers from nipple eczema? Does she have to stop feeding?

Jul 25, 2011 - Louise Jones