Breastfeeding W/ Seasonal Allergies

I use Zyrtec. I have been breastfeeding for 12 months now and take it everyday. I also took it my entire pregnancy and had no side effects.

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I control my seasonal and pet allergies using a Neti pot to physically rinse out my sinuses daily, and take stinging nettle with quercitin supplements. The nettle without quercitin doesn't work as well for me. Good luck!

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Hi, when I was pregnant I got somekind of itchy rash allergy. My doctor went through all the meds and Zyrtech(sp??) was a good one for pregnant or nursing Moms. Maybe it will help. Also I think its over the counter too.

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I take Zyrtec and Singulair every day and was told that they're both fine with breastfeeding.

Feel good!

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I used a nasal spray that is supposed to help block allergens in your nose called NasalCrom that all of my drs includng one that I see who is alternative, said was ok for pregnancy and breastfeeding - you can find it at CVS.

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I would be very careful while breast feeding and taking medication. I know many people that are drinking Xango juice to help control seasonal allergies using 100% natural ingrediants. The xanthones contained in this juice will help to control your allergies and actually give you more energy as well. Frequently when you breast feed you become exhausted and more suceptiable to illness. If you would like a free sample of this juice please email me your address and I will send it: ____@____.com other thing I would strongly reccomend looking into if you are congested is what we call the "SNOT ROCKET" It is a nasal rinse made by Neil Med Sinus Irrigator and sold in stores like CVS. The kit will come with a nasal bottle and special packets you rinse out your nasal passages with. I often use this in or right after a shower. My ENT doctor told me to so this and it really helps! It costs about $10.00 but it is well worth it! They also make a smaller sixe for children. The packet you add to warm water is very soothing. It may seem gross but it will really help and it poses no problem to your baby.

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Hi L.,
I also am an allergy sufferer. Unlike you, I have allergies year round. In addition to allergy shots twice a week, I took zyrtec my entire pregnacy, after delivery and thru 18 months of breastfeeding. Lucky for you, it can now be purchased over the counter. My son never showed problems breastfeeding because of the medication and thankfully he is still allergy free at three years of age. Hope this helps you!
T. P.

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I know that Claritin is safe while pregnant, as well as while breastfeeding. Just be sure it's not Claritin D. I took it without any issues at all.

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my best advice is to check with your pharmacist. us breastfeeding mommies have to suck it up and suffer because there really isnt a lot out there we can take while nursing. good luck!

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I have used both Claritan and Benedryl while breastfeeding. My OB said the benedryl may make both me and the child drowsy, so I only used that in the evening - so neither of us were sleeping all day... My child didn't seem to be effected by it all all - she still stayed awake all night - lol.

Good Luck!

K.

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L.,

I had severe allergies and received allergy shots weekly while pregnant and breastfeeding. My allergy doc said that Zyrtec (which has been shown safe to give to babies) and Claritin were fine, but not to use the ones with "-D", Decongestant, or ones with Stimulants in them (psuedoephedrine) like Sudafed.

Good luck.

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Hi L.,

I also have seasonal as well, and when I was breastfeeding I took Nettle to help with my allergies. It's a natural antihistamine.

Good luck! I know allergies can really such especially with a new baby to take care of.

R.

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Hi L.,

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Best of Health,

C.

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