For the hospital the following standing orders may be followed:
Standing Orders—Puerperium
Breasts:
1. Prepare for lactation 12 hours after delivery.
(a) Clean breasts and nipples with soapy water and green soap.
(b) Sponge with sterile water.
(c) Sponge with boric solution.
(d) Sterile compresses over nipples and adjust binder.
2. Babe to breast immediately after breast preparation.
3. Every morning apply fresh compresses over nipples and oftener, if necessary.