I'm breastfeeding my 7-week old, and have had to deal with 4 plugged ducts in 3 weeks, all in the same general area of my right breast -- the same area where my baby sling often rests. So I'm guessing that the sling may be causing some of this, which is distressing since both my baby and I really enjoy the sling. It really doesn't feel like the sling puts much pressure there, but the other common causes of plugged ducts (underwire bras, not drinking enough water, etc.) don't sound like they fit our situation, and I'm told it doesn't take much pressure to aggravate the tissue. Does that sound right? I'm going to try wearing the sling less and alternating the sides on which I wear it, and would love any other suggestions. We use the Koala sling, if that makes a difference (we need an adjustable sling because my husband and I are quite different heights). I seem to remember hearing that there's a woman who will come to your home and consult with you on sling-wearing technique, but I couldn't find any info regarding her on the website. Are there ways to wear a sling that would minimize these effects?
Plugging Away