Infant - Nursing While Sick or Taking Medication - Page 2

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Breastfeeding - Anyone Had to Take Prescription Medicine?

July 2, 2008 H.F. asks from Chicago

Hi area moms- I was just diagnosed with strep throat and my Dr gave me a prescription (zithromax) and I can't breastfeed for 10 days... I have to pump/dump and use u...

Sorry for the delay. I just got in touch with a good friend, a lactation consultant and nurse. Okay...so you CAN keep breastfeeding!!! When you are taking Zithroma...
Hi, I had pnemonia during the first 9 weeks of my pregnancy. The dr.'s had to give me an antibiotic and ensured me that it was safe to take during the pregnancy. ...
My whole family sees the same family doctor who is also a breastfeeding mom and very active in breastfeeding support. She prescribed an anti-depressant for me when my...

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Cold Medicine with Breastfeeding

August 10, 2009 J.V. asks from Colorado Springs

Does anyone know what over the counter meds are ok while breastfeeding? I have cold symptoms and sinus pressure.

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Safe Cough Remedies While Breastfeeding

January 22, 2008 L.T. asks from San Francisco

I just gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on January 12th, and about a week later came down with a nasty cough. I'm not sure if it's cold or allergies, but I'm afrai...

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Anxiety Medication While Breastfeeding

September 5, 2009 L.Q. asks from Washington DC

I am still breastfeeding my 20 month old daughter and wanted to know if there is any medication that is safe to take for anxiety. I am taking two classes (I'm in my l...

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Acne Medication While Breastfeeding

February 24, 2009 L.Q. asks from Washington DC

I just wanted to ask if anyone knows what acne medications are safe while breastfeeding. Also, is there any type of acne medication that you would recommend more than...

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Breastfeeding

March 17, 2010 R.L. asks from San Francisco

I'm breastfeeding my 7 week old daughter and I love chocolate more so it seems like I'm consuming it more than ever before? For you chocolate lovers out there, is th...

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What Medicine Is Safe to Use While Breastfeeding?

February 4, 2009 B.C. asks from Dallas

HI everyone~ This is day#2 for me. I don't know if it is a cold and/or allergies, but this is driving me crazy. I am sooooo congested and my poor ears are clogged. Wh...

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Breastfeeding

July 16, 2008 J.B. asks from St. Louis

I quit breastfeeding three days ago and im still leaking. How long does it take to dry up?

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Breastfeeding

December 7, 2010 R.D. asks from New York

Hi, Is it possible to start breastfeeding 2 weeks after a baby is born. I pretty sure my mild dried up a week ago. Thanks!

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Breastfeeding

March 16, 2008 N.R. asks from Nashville

I'm trying to stop breastfeeding but my breast seems to be full and its hurts. What can i do to relieve the pain without having my baby feed from it or pumping?

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