Mine were like that for a while too when I stopped pumping. I was taking Motrin for the pain and hot showers when I could to relieve some of the pain. The hot shower would sometimes allow some of the milk to flow out without stimulating more production like pumping does. It was miserable for a few weeks but gradually it subsided.
So, I think it’s pretty normal as long as there’s no fever and no red streaks on your breasts. That’s what I was told to look for.
I hope you’re feeling better soon.
