Cabbage leaves are used to reduce breast swelling and relieve the pain and discomfort that breastfeeding a baby can cause. This method is also very helpful in soothing the pain and stress caused by wearing an uncomfortable bra.
According to the experts, cabbage leaves have the same properties as magnets – they pull out all the diseases and ailments from our bodies. This means that if you are breastfeeding and you put cold cabbage leaves directly on your breasts, it’s not only soothing, but it can help alleviate your breast pain and swelling.

How to Use Cabbage Leaves on Breasts

Researchers have found the cabbage leaf has properties that can reduce pain and swelling.1Here’s what you need to know about how it works and the steps to follow to use cabbage leaves on your breasts.

Step-by-Step Guide

Cold cabbage leaves are soothing. Here’s how to use cabbage leaves to relieve pain when your breasts are sore from engorgement.

1. Before you use cabbage leaves for engorged breasts, you want them to be cold. So, place a head of cabbage in the refrigerator.2 You can use green or red cabbage, but red cabbage is more likely to leave stains or discoloration behind on your nursing bra and breastfeeding clothing.
2. Once the head of cabbage is chilled, remove it from the refrigerator. Peel off the outer layer of leaves, and throw them away.2 Then, pull off two of the inner leaves and place the head of cabbage back into the refrigerator, so it will be ready the next time you need it.
3. In the sink, use cold water to rinse off the two leaves you just removed. You want to be sure that they are clean and free from dirt, pesticides, and residue.
4. Remove excess water from the leaves by gently patting them dry with a clean towel.
5. After you rinse the leaves, carefully cut out the stem from the center of each leaf without cutting it into two pieces.