I had similar issues to yourself for the first 4 weeks of my breastfeeding journey. It sucks and I send you huge hugs!!

I expressed from the most painful side, allowing that to heal for a few days then switched over to let the other side heal. I was also unaware (despite seeing a LC, numerous midwives and my GP) that we were latching on incorrectly which is why my nipples weren't healing (they had huge holes in them) and it was a friend who pointed this out to me - thank god for her.

Anyway, once we were latching correctly, my nipples healed despite me using them to feed bubby - it was amazing.

I hope that you get some good support and advice today - let us know how you go!!
Sue xxx