Cracked nipples

[barnjess]

Jessika is on her 35th day of pregnancy and she has two cracked nipples what is the best thing to put on them?

[Dax]

I know that for cows they have something called Udder Butter. It would likely work. Doesn't sound very comfortable.

Why are they cracked? Is she licking at them? I would still call your vet (just in case).

[barnjess]

No she isnt licking them, the only two that are cracked are shorter and fatter than the rest, I think they are cracked because they have expanded so quickly over the last coupple of days

[pinkphreak]

Udder Balm should work great! That sounds so uncomfortable...I know I would be!

[barnjess]

Do you know if udder balm is safe if licked?

[pinkphreak]

I'm not sure...I would think so...I tried looking it up but I couldn't find anything. Sorry

[Dax]

Originally Posted by barnjess

Do you know if udder balm is safe if licked?

It should be because any residue could go into milk and human consumption.

[Dax]

Easy spreading long lasting antiseptic unguent soothes raw, sore painfully chapped or injured teats and udders. Generous quantities of lanolin keep afflicted rea soft and supple. No harsh chemicals or odors. Excellent hoof and body dressing.

Or even something called Bag balm

Even pure lanolin made from sheep would be non toxic.

If you want to look at more
http://www.barnyardhealth.com/udderhealth.html

[barnjess]

Thanks everyone I will have a look around

[leann2078]

it's used for cow's udders check with vet to make sure but it's great for variety of used i have a friend who uses it on her ezhema not sure it that's right spelling or not