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Medicines NOT to Take While Breastfeeding
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on July 19, 2008
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I have heard that antihistamines help dry up milk (which is what I am currently doing)....but can I feed my babies breastmilk if I am taking antihistamines????
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- Hi A. - Any medications you take will pass through your breastmilk to your child. If you would like to dry up your breast milk, there are herbal means that will no...
- I called the pharmacist while I had a cold to ask this question and she said that it is okay for my baby to drink my breast milk while I'm taking Benadryl but not too ...
- www.kellymom.com has a list of both safe and unsafe medicines, herbs, etc... for while you are breastfeeding. Good luck!
No Period
Asked by J.S. from Albuquerque
on July 25, 2008
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Hello all! I had my paraguard IUD out in October of last year and my periods were always on time. But since it was removed I have not had a period. I have had numer...
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- I had problems with my IUD. After they ran about a million tests and nothing turned up (I'm also almost 30 and pretty healthy)I had them remove it. It has been six mo...
- Has your doc run blood tests? My 20 year old niece was not having periods for a few months, had been on the pill and went off of it. She had ultra sounds to check uter...
- Hi J. - You have a condition identified as amenorrhea. It is the lack of menstruation. Dong Quai is an herb commonly used to bring on menstruation. Also, hormonal ...
"Pocks" on My Fingernails..?
Asked by D.H. from Dallas
on June 28, 2008
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Odd question I know, but does anyone know what it means when you have like small "pocks" or divots in your nail bed?
I haven't had a manicure or fake nails in more t...
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- I asked my nutritionist about it and she said it is a deficiency and you should be tested to see what it is. I wouldn't go to a regular doctor. She said if the defici...
- I hate to mention it, but it might be nail fungus. There isn't really much you can do right now since you're breast feeding. I would try to keep your nails clean and ...
- Hi D., I have the same problem. I also was a cosmetologist for years and did manicures as well as sculptured nails. Not going to say that this is your problem but ...
Anyone Tried the Infomerchial Product Called Youthology???
Asked by R.G. from Phoenix
on June 3, 2008
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Has anyone tried the eye serum called Youthology? I am thinking about trying this out, but want to see if anyone out there has bought it and what there results were. ...
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- I have to agree with Tessa...the Arbonne's products are amazing! I'm also 33 and was surprised (and somewhat, uh, disappointed) when I realized how well they worked o...
- I did not see the infommercial you are talking about but I just googled it and without going into any of the sites the descriptions of the sites were mainly saying "a ...
- I've never heard of Youthology but during my training as an herbalist, we learned that dark circles under the eyes are usually due to kidney deficiency and adrenal wea...
How to get rid of armpits stains on clothes?
Asked by J.H. from Phoenix
on July 19, 2008
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I thought I would ask. After awhile my shirts get a yellow stain under the armpit. Does anyone have any ideas on how to get them clean. Thanks
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- I had the same problem and assumed it was my anti-perspirant. I was using a clear gel, then I switched to a solid, and haven't had the problem since then. Sorry, I h...
- Hi J. - The yellow stains are caused by the chemical reaction between the deodorant/antiperspirant and your sweat. The only way to stop the stains is to change to ...
- Could it be your deodorant causing the staining?
Health Condition Unexplained
Asked by K.K. from Phoenix
on May 3, 2008
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I am looking for free medical diagnosis of this condition that I have recently come down with. I can't seem to find any website that can come up with free ideas as to ...
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- Dear K., I am no Doctor and cannot give medical advice. However I wanted to tell you about an herbal product that I am taking that helps me deal with my arthritis ...
- Did they check all of your hormone levels? One little thing out of whack could create a hell-ish feeling for you. Good luck and I hope they find the problem very soo...
- Hi K., I am a Health Counselor and Nutritional Consultant and would be happy to talk with you. It's really not as much about the "diagnosis" as it is understanding...
How to cure pets with cherry eye?
Asked by M.G. from Phoenix
on July 16, 2008
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My puggle (beagle/pug) has developed "cherry eye". My question is... have any of your pets had this and what did they have done to fix it? I will be calling the vet to...
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- M., I worked for a vet for 9 years and the majority of animals we saw that had Cherry Eye needed surgery to repair it. Sometimes it will come and go. But you can e...
- If it truely is cherry eye, typically surgery is required to fix it. It is unlikely it would go away on its own. The swelling could go down if she has been rubbing a...
- yes definatley take it to your vet. I do work for a vet and it can cause problems for the eye if it is rubbing. It can scratch the cornea. It is a simple tacking down ...
Seeking Advice on 2Yr Old Son - Separation Issues?
Asked by S.H. from Phoenix
on July 31, 2008
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Recently we have been going thru some babysitter changes, within the last 3 weeks. My son has developed this terrible crying in the morning when myself or husband leav...
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- Hi S., I used to babysit little ones around that age and I had a little girl that would cry when her mom would leave my house. Her mom would come in and stay for a few...
- The best advice I have ever heard of is you, dad and babysitter spending time together with your toddler....so that the babysitter is more viewed as a family member. ...
- Hi S. - What does he tell you when you ask him what it is that he is afraid of? That's the best way to set your approach. On an emotional level, this is obvious...
Baby Acne
Asked by A.D. from Phoenix
on July 31, 2008
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Hi everyone! My beautiful 3 week 2 day old baby girl has developed what I think is baby acne. It has developed in the last 3 days and it's gotten worse. She has tiny ...
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- A., I have the solution for you, have you ever heard of Arbonne? Their products are Pure, Safe and Beneficial. Their baby line is called ABC(Arbonne Baby Care). I w...
- I've been told just to wash it with water no soap and other than that leave it alone. I think that stuff bugs us moms more than it does the kids... and if you mess wit...
- Hi A.- Are you nursing? Has your diet changed? Or has hers? She may be allergic to something in her food, or more likely, to some lotion or other product. Especial...
2 Year Old with Metallic Smelling Breath.
Asked by J.J. from Tucson
on September 8, 2008
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I have a wonderful 2 year old boy, whom every time he gets sick, he has a metallic smell to his breath. I asked my mom and she asked if it smelled like sulfur. It sm...
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- I agree with the herbalist (I'm an acupuncturist), that this could be a sign of heavy metal toxicity. Aluminum is too present in things we use everyday... anitperspir...
- I am sooo glad you asked this....all five of my kiddos have done this. I always knew they had something going on when that smell was in their breath, they didn't alwa...
- Sounds like strep throat. Have you seen the Dr. when this breath is happening? S.
