Is getting nipple wipes necessary?

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I don't like the idea of using a soft cloth as there are fibres on the cloth that can get stuck to your nipples and be consumed by baby. Unless the cloth you're using is gauze or mueslin type where the fibre doesn't come off. I don't find nipple wipes necessary as baby takes it more bacteria from their curious hands than from our breasts. Haha. Although we do perspire but our clothing prevents dirt and dust from accumulating. We should not be cleaning our nipples too often cause it removes the natural oil from our skin and dries out the nipple making it painful for breastfeeding and can crack easily. Practically speaking, I don't have time to wipe my nipples with a wailing baby. Hahaha. But I do have a few packets of NUK nipple wipes in my bag as a spare. When I have the luxury of time, I use it since I already bought it. It's pure water and no fibre comes out from the wipe. Good stuff!

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