Let me start by saying – I’ve been there. The rock-hard, painful engorgement when trying to wean or dry up milk supply is no joke. I tried the whole ‘cabbage leaves in your bra’ thing (messy, smelly, and borderline ridiculous-looking), so when I discovered CaboCreme Extra Strength, I was skeptical but desperate.

First impressions: The lavender scent is subtle and calming (unlike rotting cabbage vibes), and the texture absorbs quickly without greasiness. Pro tip – refrigerate it for an extra cooling punch! I applied it 3-4x daily during weaning and felt noticeable relief within hours – that tight, throbbing pressure eased up significantly.

Now, the real talk: It’s pricey ($20 for 2oz!), and if you’re applying generously like I did, you might blast through a tube in a few days. Some moms in reviews saw results faster with Sudafed/sports bras (I combo-ed all three), but others saw zero change. Bodies are weird like that.

Biggest wins? No more cabbage-leaf laundry disasters, portable for on-the-go relief (unlike carrying a veggie drawer in your purse), and OB-GYN formulated so it feels safer than random internet hacks. But – if you’re on a budget or have a massive oversupply, results may vary.

Final verdict: Worth it for me as a time-crunched mom who valued convenience and fast relief, but if you’re patient/can tolerate cabbage leaves, maybe not a must-buy. Still – that cooling lavender hug on sore breasts? *Chef’s kiss* during a rough transition.