Mastitis: What We've Been Getting Wrong

Mastitis is common during breastfeeding, but our understanding of it has changed. In this episode of MamaDoc BabyDoc, we break down the latest recommendations for preventing and treating mastitis, including why "emptying the breast" may actually make things worse, when antibiotics are truly needed, whether you should continue breastfeeding, and when imaging or drainage is necessary. We'll also talk about the difference between inflammation and infection, the mastitis spectrum, and what new guidelines mean for breastfeeding moms. The goal? Less pain, less unnecessary treatment, and better evidence-based care for moms and babies.