The updated mastitis protocol
A lot of mastitis advice online is still based on older recommendations. Current care focuses on reducing inflammation, continuing to feed, and supporting effective milk removal.
Older guidance often pushed heat, aggressive massage, and “clearing the clog” at all costs. That can worsen inflammation for many parents.
Updated approaches emphasise rest, cold for comfort when inflamed, continued milk removal without forcing, and feeding support so latch and drainage are effective.
If mastitis keeps coming back, a feeding assessment in Stellenbosch, at home, or online can help find drivers such as shallow latch or incomplete drainage.