Description
Weleda Nipple Balm Mum provides care and protection for sore nipples, cracked skin and chafing. It's built around lanolin and organic calendula grown in Weleda's own biodynamic gardens in Derbyshire, UK, and comes in a 25g tube.
Fragrance-free and safe for mum and baby
Weleda states this balm is fragrance-free and gentle enough for frequent use, and describes it as safe for both mum and baby, which matters given how often it's applied during breastfeeding. It's for external use only, and the formula is free of synthetic preservatives, fragrances, colourants and raw materials derived from mineral oils.
What's in the tube
The ingredient list is short and considered:
- Lanolin, the primary ingredient, well known for its protective, moisturising properties
- Sunflower seed oil and olive fruit oil, rounding out the base
- Organic calendula extract, included for its traditional soothing use
- Beeswax, for texture and a light protective layer
How to use it for breastfeeding
Apply after breastfeeding, if needed. Gently pat the skin dry, or allow the breast to air, then apply a small amount of balm to the nipple and areola to moisturise and protect the area.
A second use: chafing for athletes
Weleda also notes this balm works for athletes, applied to areas prone to chafing before sporting activity. If you deal with chafing during exercise, it's worth knowing this balm isn't limited to breastfeeding use, even though that's its primary purpose.
A note on persistent soreness
If nipple soreness is severe, doesn't improve, or you're concerned about your breastfeeding technique or latch, it's worth speaking with a lactation consultant or your midwife, since a balm addresses comfort rather than the underlying cause of soreness. If you're building out the rest of your nursing routine, the Weleda Nursing Tea Bags Mum is a companion product worth knowing about.
Good to know
- 25g tube
- Fragrance-free
- With lanolin and organic calendula from Derbyshire, UK
- Safe for mum and baby, for external use only
- Also suited to chafing during exercise
- Made in England
Keep it within reach during the early weeks of breastfeeding, since frequent, gentle reapplication tends to matter more than any single application.
