Cacao Butter as Prophylaxis for Nipple Problems: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Study

Gürkan, Özlem Can; Abbasoğlu, Döne Ertuğrul; Özkan, Hediye Arslan; Alioğullari, Ayşegül

doi:10.1089/bfm.2021.0349

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“…16 In a study found that cocoa butter may also be effective in preventing nipple ssures. 17 In our study the three most commonly used methods for nipple care were lanoline (52,2%), breastmilk (51,2%) and silver cups (49,8%). One of the methods applied in nipple care and ssures is the use of silver cups.…”

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Evaluation of the Experiences of Mothers Using Silver Nipple Cups

Karabayir,

Basibuyuk,

Askin

et al. 2024

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Objectives: Breastfeeding, which is the ideal feeding method for babies, has many benefits for both babies and mothers. However, nipple problems during breastfeeding can cause early weaning. One of the methods used for nipple care is the use of silver nipple cups. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the experiences of breastfeeding mothers using silver cups for nipple care. Methods: Mothers contacted via social media were asked to participate in a structured survey consisting of 33 questions related to breastfeeding, nipple care and silver cups use. Results: A total number of 298 women were assessed with a structured questionnaire. There was no significant difference between mothers using and not using silver cups regarding their demographic features, breastfeeding starting time, frequency, duration and pumping. Ninthy three percent (n = 290) of mothers used at least one method for nipple care. The first three commonly used methods for nipple care were lanoline (52,2%), breastmilk (51,2%) and silver cups (49,8%). It was reported by 36,6% (n = 109) of mothers that they have not experienced any nipple problems. Among the 147 mothers who had used silver cups 89,9% (132) claimed that this method was effective for them. There was no difference between the frequency of nipple fissures in mothers using silver cups when compared to mothers who did not use it. Conclusion: Nipple fissure is one of the most common causes of early cessation of breastfeeding. Mothers use many methods for nipple care. Silver cups is one of the methods preferred by mothers in the prevention of nipple fissures and it is reported to be beneficial.

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confidence: 62%