is dandelion root safe during pregnancy
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Dandelion Root - Good or Bad?
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on December 2, 2007
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Hi everyone, I read a few times that dandelion root is bad to ingest if you are pregnant. Then I read somewhere else that it can help with digestion & other issues du...
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- Dandelion root is safe in low doses while pregant. And safe for children. It aides the liver as a blood toner and detoxifier--very healthy and not harmful. If your ...
- hi J., i dont know very much about dandelion root.... but i do suggest that if you are trying to concieve talk to your obgyn.... he or she will tell you whether it i...
- Hi J., I am a holistic nutritionist and I frequently suggest low doses of dandelion root to help with nausea in pregnancy. The prenatal vitamin that I usually recomm...
Safe PMS Meds While Nursing
Asked by R.C. from Minneapolis
on March 14, 2008
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I think the subject line says it all: are there any PMS meds that are safe to take while nursing? Are some better than others? What isn't safe to take? Thanks ladi...
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- i know evening primrose oil and folic acid/b-12 have really helped me with pms and those wouldn't be bad for baby. it takes about a month for them to show there effec...
- Any of the Tylenol are safe to take during pregnancy, so I would also ask your doc if its safe to use during nursing. I think that I remember them having a PMS one. K.
- We are a family that believes in foods healing you. My mother in law has almost completed her degree as a Master Herbalist. She has a website www.joannsnp.com. On th...
PUPPP Rash During Pregnancy
Asked by M.K. from Milwaukee
on October 7, 2008
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Hello,
I thought I saw a request about a rash during pregnancy but could not find it, so I need help. I have PUPPP it just started and I am 30 weeks pregnant with ...
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- Oh M., you poor poor thing. My heart also goes out to you. I had a raging case of PUPPPS during the last few weeks of pregnancy with my son. It spread to my arms and l...
- Hello M.-first let me just say how sorry I am that you got this rash not only once but twice...I had pupps with my first pregnancy and was in pure hell. I found that ...
- My doctor was able to prescribe me a cream that the pharmacy made up. I think it was a combination of Lubriderm and menthol and it was wonderful. Very soothing.
Itching During Pregnancy
Asked by B.F. from Minneapolis
on August 22, 2008
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Does anyone have a good suggestion for a lotion or oil for itching skin? I itch every where and its really bad at the end of the day. Im 36 weeks so not too much longe...
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- I developed allergies while preganat and had horrible itching and welts. The things that worked for me were Sarna lotion and Aveeno oatmeal baths. The Sarna comes in...
- I have used the Neutrogena sesame oil. It seems to do the trick. Best wishes to you with everything that is just around the corner. A.
- I used Sarna lotion. It was recommended by my OB and it worked great. I had been using Renew by Melaluca but it didn't even touch my itching. My itching was caused ...
Puppps
Asked by V.M. from Youngstown
on June 15, 2009
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Hi everyone, My daughter is 36 weeks pregant and last week devloped puppps. Has anyone heard of this and what can she do? I have read that dandelion root, flax seed o...
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- I also had pupps with my pregnancy. It was mild during the pregnancy, but after I delivered it got worse. I went to 2 dermatologists to get treatment. The only thin...
- If the doctor didn't diagnose it, it may not be PUPPS. Even if they did it may not be. If she is using a moisturizing cream to help with stretch marks she may have bec...
- I had this with my last pregnancy & used cocoa butter to soothe the itching which worked pretty well. I also used benadryl at night to help get some sleep. Mine went...
Tea While Pg?
Asked by C.S. from Los Angeles
on January 15, 2010
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I am just about 6w pg and am having a hard time finding things to drink to keep myself hydrated but not nautious. I used to just drink water, but that is making me fee...
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- I liked drinking orange juice with 7Up or sprite mixed with it. Sometimes when I was feeling gross, I'd also mix apple juice and gingerale. Plus if you stick it in a...
- Hi, While I was pregnant with my 3rd, I drank this tea called Mother's Milk. It is supposed to help you with Milk production. I asked my OB and he ok'd it. Or what abo...
- Hi! I too recommend Traditional Medicinals "pregnancy tea" Best wishes, C. Tanaka, DC www.naturallifechiro.com
My OB Thought I Had PUPPP, but Not So Sure Anymore--help!
Asked by L.Y. from Minneapolis
on February 23, 2010
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My OB told me I had PUPPP (pregnancy rash) last week, this morning it spread to my left cheek. I called her and now she is not certain it's PUPPP, because this rash sh...
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- I had it too, and I am sooo sorry you are going through it. It is miserable!!!!! I went to a dermatologist, but no real relief other than the oatmeal baths.
- My heart goes out to you I had this and it is not fun at all... There was nothing they could do for me I was covered from head to toe and they turn into blisters the o...
- are you eating/not eating anything special to deal with it? I don't remember the rules, but I think diet is key. I do remember cutting out beef.
Psoriasis/eczema
Asked by A.M. from Phoenix
on March 28, 2008
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What can I use to treat my psoriasis? Actually, I'm not sure if it is either psoriasis or eczema as I haven't had time to see a doctor about it. While pregnant of my...
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- Hi A., before you begin to treat this issue with your skin, I think it might be good for you to make an appointment with a dermatologist or even your regular doctor...
- A., Help is on the way. I am a consultant with Arbonne International, a Swiss skin care company. Our products have been proven to help with psoriasis and eczema. I ha...
- The purest & most effective product I've run across is at Desert Sage Herbs in Chandler. They carry "super salve" and it is great. It works on everything and has onl...
Desperate for advice....possible IUD Trouble or Something Else?!
Asked by K.H. from Denver
on October 21, 2010
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Hi Ladies! I've already been to my OB for advice on this one, but I am not convinced with her answer, so looking for other solutions. Here's the problem:
First a ...
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- The paraguard won't do anything to ya if you take it out OR leave it in (all it does is prevent pregnancy, no hormones at all), but some women ARE hormonally imbalance...
- Do not take Prozac. That is the dumbest advice I have ever heard! I know so many different women that have had hormonal problems from BCP and from IUDs, but doctors...
- I also have the Merena...LOVE IT!!
How to deal with painful stretch marks during pregnancy?
Asked by C.P. from Provo
on July 15, 2008
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I am due any day now, but my biggest problem right now isn't discomfort or painful contractions.. its my stretch marks! I didn't gain any weight in my pregnancy until ...
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- Go get some Vitamin E oil or Palmers cocoa butter lotion that is the best stuff! I used it my whole pregnancy I did not get one stretch mark on my belly! It works I t...
- For my first pregnancy, my Mom got me some "Pregnant Belly Oil" (yea, that WAS the name of it!) at a natural food store like Wild Oats. The only stretch marks I got t...
- Talk to your doctor, but it sounds like you have what are called PUPPP or "Pruitic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy." You can get a medicated cream from ...
