08/13/2026
One thing I notice often with patients is the fear of “what if my ___ isn’t normal?”
Our breasts (as I always say…they’re sisters… sometimes distant cousins, but rarely twins) come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. So do the little bumps around the ni**le called Montgomery glands. And no… they are NOT pimples (don’t you dare pop them lol)
These tiny glands are completely normal and actually super helpful for breastfeeding. They produce a natural oil that:
✨ Lubricates and protects the ni**le
✨ Has antibacterial properties
✨ Helps babies find the ni**le by scent (yes, really!)
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, they become more active reducing soreness, supporting a healthy latch, and keeping ni**le skin soft without the need for harsh soaps or lotions.
Montgomery glands can be big or small, light or dark, flat or raised, a few or many all normal. Breasts aren’t meant to look identical, even to each other.
Your body was designed with layers of support to help you feed your baby. These little glands are just one of the incredible ways it does that.
Your breasts are normal.
Your changes are normal.