In mild cases of breast engorgement, which action is typically not recommended for the mother?

In mild cases of breast engorgement, emptying the breasts manually or with an electric pump is typically not recommended as it can exacerbate the problem. This is because excessive emptying of the breasts may lead to increased milk production, which can worsen engorgement rather than alleviate it. The goal during mild engorgement is to relieve discomfort while avoiding stimulation that leads to further milk accumulation.

Taking acetaminophen can help manage pain, using cool compresses can reduce swelling and provide comfort, and performing breast massage may help facilitate milk flow without significant emptying, all of which are generally recommended practices in mild cases of engorgement. However, actively emptying the breasts through pumping or manual expression in these mild cases can hinder resolution and is not the best course of action.