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Vaseline on sore nipples?

Kasandra - posted on 07/31/2009 ( 5 moms have responded )

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I ran out of lanolin can I use vaseline until I get some more? Is it safe for baby?

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Nicole - posted on 07/31/2009

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Definitely do not want baby ingesting a petroleum product. Also, have to be safe with using any kinds of oils... if there is too much and baby were to ingest too much they could aspirate the oil into their lungs and that is very bad. So have to be very careful.

Actually what I would suggest in the absence of lanolin is actual breast milk. Express a little out and rub it over the nipple.

Amanda - posted on 07/31/2009

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I'm sure that those few times are not enough to affect anything:) I just don't think it's good for continued use.

Kasandra - posted on 07/31/2009

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Thanks i wasn't sure if i could or not. I used it twice. Now I'm freaked out. I will be buying lanolin today.

Jodi - posted on 07/31/2009

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NO!!! Vaseline is a petroleum product and NOT safe for baby. It can also cause more irritation that it helps. If you feel you absolutely must put an ointment on before getting more lanolin and use the vaseline, wash it off thoroughly before feeding (of course, that may cause more irritation). I have heard some people use a dab of vegetable oil or isn't available. Again, I would wash this off as baby could have an allergy (plus it probably tastes yucky). Try to get the lanolin asap.

Amanda - posted on 07/31/2009

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I was told not to put Vaseline on them, but I do not remember why. I am pretty sure it was because babies aren't supposed to ingest it.

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