Breastfeeding difficulties after C-section: Swollen and painful breasts, low milk supply

Question

I had a C-section 5 days ago and have been struggling with breastfeeding. My breasts are big and seem to have milk inside, but my nipples are flat and hard for my baby to latch onto. As a result, I've been using formula for the past 5 days. However, my milk hasn't come in yet, so I bought a breast pump to help stimulate milk production. While it helps a little, it takes a long time for any milk to come out. I've tried everything, but nothing seems to be working. What could be wrong? Can you please help me?

Answer 1

Use a warm towel first on your breast before pumping the milk..... it always help me.... same happend to me .. I had  c section and ny breast were filled with milk but it was not coming out so I used a warm towel and then pumped the milk... within 2 to 3 days ur breast would be very normally taking the milk out....