Breastfeeding mums, you probably know about nipple thrush. It’s a common yeast infection that can affect your nipples and/or your baby’s mouth. It’s not just painful, it can also make breastfeeding difficult—and sometimes impossible.

Breastfeeding has a host of benefits for both baby and mummy. But like anything baby-related, it comes with its “highs” and “lows”. There’s plenty that has been written on the high points of breastfeeding so let’s focus on a relatively common and painful issue breastfeeding mums may face — nipple thrush.