Nursing While Sick or Taking Medication: Benadryl
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Infant and Benadryl
Asked by M.C. from Detroit
on October 8, 2008
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My 8 month old son weighs 16 pounds, 12 ounces and his doctor prescribed 1/2 teaspoon of Benadryl before bedtime. Everything I read says not to do it unless they are ...
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- What I would like to know is why your doctor has told you to give your 8 month old Benadryl in the first place? That I don't understand.
- M., Why is the doctor prescribing Benedryl? Depending on the reason there may be a natural and safer alternative. I am a chiropractor in Eastpointe and would be more...
- I have heard of giving smaller doses of Beadryl to younger babies but I'm just naturally hesitant whenever a doctor simply prescribes meds (especially if it is every n...
Breastfeeding While Sick
Asked by K.H. from Kalamazoo
on September 22, 2008
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Hi out there! I have a quick question for all of you moms that breastfeed. Tessa (my little girl) is 4months old and I am still breastfeeding. I am starting to come...
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- Hi K. ~ I'm an OB nurse. Yes, continue nursing. Increase your fluids (this will also help thin out the drainage). Do Not take sudafed! Any medication that helps t...
- Yes, you can still breastfeed while you are sick. I did for both my boys. As for suggestions to soothe your throat, I always have a stock of lemons or limes and ma...
- Hi K., I think it's wonderful that you're breastfeeding your little one. In answer to your question, yes you can continue to breastfeed your baby while you're sick....
Taking Medication While Breastfeeding
Asked by L.L. from Tucson
on April 22, 2009
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Hey everyone!
It's been windy here the past couple of days and today I woke up sneezing, runny nose and watery eyed. So far I've been coping with my allergies patient...
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- I just went to the pharmacy over the weekend for the very same reason. My eyes were puffy and I co uldnt' keep them open they itched so bad and I couldn't breathe at a...
- It won't help watery eyes but try a Neti Pot for the nasal allergies! I haven't taken allergy meds in years!
- I would talk to your doctor or the pharmacists, it's not worth the risk. However doctors also vary on what they think so keep that in mind. Some people are very ...
Safe Cold Medicines While Breastfeeding
Asked by J.T. from Sacramento
on August 28, 2009
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I have a bad cold and I am miserable, but I have a seven week old that I am breastfeeding. The last thing I want to do is take something unsafe for her, but it is hard...
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- go to kellymom.com. It's a great website for nursing moms and they have a section where they tell you which medicine is safe.
- My doctor and pediatrician said I could take any type of Benadryl.
- One of the safest medications you can try is a homeopathic remedy. There are NO side effects and extremely safe for everyone. If you go to a health food store you can ...
Nervous About Giving 6 Month Old Benadryl
Asked by S.K. from Seattle
on May 18, 2009
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Hi ladies,
My six month old has been up with a stuffy nose and coughing for the past two nights. The doctor says she has a viral illness (no ear infection, nothing...
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- S., you are trying all the good things that can help with congestion. My grandchildren, as babies, benefited the most from sleeping in their car seat and moisture. C...
- When my son was four he had a severe allergic reaction, and the first doctor I took him to said to give him Benadryl. We did, and it was awful. It knocked him out fo...
- Babies are obligated nose breathers, they don"t understand that they could open their mouths to breath so they try and breath through the mucus. Keep her nose clear a...
Cold Medicine with Breastfeeding
Asked by J.V. from Colorado Springs
on August 10, 2009
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Does anyone know what over the counter meds are ok while breastfeeding? I have cold symptoms and sinus pressure.
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- Every doctor or pediatrician will tell you differently, but I would suggest calling them none-the-less. The netti pot idea will work wonders as well. I use Danacti...
- I use Tylenol products when I get sick. I also take Vitamin C, Echinacea & Zinc to help boost my immune system. Good luck! Make it a GREAT week! S.
- For years I've used large doses of vitamin C and garlic tabs and perhaps lots of parsley. Not chewable vit C - http://www.vitamincfoundation.org/ will provide info ~...
Cold Medicine Safe While Nursing...
Asked by R.. from Chattanooga
on January 10, 2011
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The '1 week crud' has been making the round in my family, and I am a bit worried that I am next. Everyone who has had it so far seems pretty miserable... even while ta...
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- Why not call and ask your doc now so you're prepared IF you need it? Hope not!
- Always best to ask your midwife/OB/Ped. They know best. But from experience(I breastfed for a year, just finished 6 weeks ago) Go with what you took WHILE pregnant.
- No not even Benadryl is safe to use while nursing it will dry up your milk what dries you up for congestion/ sinus will dry up your milk supply.Call your breastfeeding...
Breastfeeding
Asked by J.B. from St. Louis
on July 16, 2008
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I quit breastfeeding three days ago and im still leaking. How long does it take to dry up?
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- Hi J., Here is a note a sent on to another mom: KUDO's to You for nursing! Here are the steps for cabbage success: Buy only the green leafy cabbage, the more cri...
- It takes a while and it hurts. My advice - don't let the shower run over your breasts, this only encourages milk production. You need to be wearing a snug bra. If y...
- I'm not sure. I stopped nursing over a year ago and I still have milk. The only advice I have been given (by my OB & lactose consultant) is to wear tight bras-even wit...
Safe Anti-allergy Medicine for Pregnant Mom
Asked by J.P. from Los Angeles
on March 25, 2008
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i am 13 weeks pregnant and i have such a big, big craving for crabs! my problem is i am slightly allergic to them. normally, i would just take one tablet of ceterizine...
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- Have you asked your doctor? I know there wasn't much if anything I was allowed to take. Eating crab or seafood is not that good for you while pregnant. Be careful. ;...
- Hi J., I heard that Benadryll is safe to take while you're prego, but ask the Dr. first. Can you substitute your cravings for crabs instead? Like imitation crab mea...
- I have bad allergies, and am pregnant too, and my dr. prescribed Zyrtec (before it went over the counter). It works great, but I don't know how it would do for food al...
Breastfeeding and Medicine
Asked by D.E. from Norfolk
on October 15, 2006
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I have got a pretty bad cold and i want to take some medicine but i'm breastfeeding. I was wondering if anyone knew any OTC medicine that is ok to talk. I know i shoul...
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- Sudafed is okay to take ;) Everytime I talk to a pharmacist about what I can take while pregnant or breastfeeding, they always tell me to talk to a doctor! UGH! B...
- Any local pharmacist will be able to answer this for you. Just go to walgreens/CVS/rite aid....wherever you normally purchase your cold medicines, and they will steer...
- Hey D., You'll find that doctors like to be a little vague about what's okay to take while breastfeeding - that whole liability thing. But I fished out my pocket d...
