WCYPF Infant Feeding - The Thrush Myth: What Really Causes Breastfeeding Pain? - 3 September 2026

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Webinar resources from The Thrush Myth: What Really Causes Breastfeeding Pain? webinar hosted on Thursday 3 September 2026 via MS Teams. These resources will be available until 31st March 2026.

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The Thrush Myth: What Really Causes Breastfeeding Pain?


Breast and nipple pain are among the most common reasons women stop breastfeeding. While thrush has traditionally been considered a key cause, current evidence suggests the picture may be more complex. This webinar explored the latest evidence on breast pain, challenged long-held assumptions about Candida, and discussed practical approaches to assessment and management.

Presenters:

  • Anne Evans
  • Naomi Dow

Target Audience:

  • Infant Feeding Advisors.
  • Health Visitors
  • Family Nurses
  • Midwives 
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PDF copy of the presentation slides

Additional Links

Updated NICE guidance on breastfeeding problems: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/breastfeeding-problems/

Diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema): https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/eczema-atopic/ 

Diagnosis and treatment of neuropathic nipple pain: https://physicianguidetobreastfeeding.org/mythbusters/horrible-nipple-pain-dnss-dmer/

 Evening primrose oil for nipple vasospasm: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501894/