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Podcast with La Leche League
I was delighted to speak with Maria and Sarah from La Leche League in Feb 2026. We talked about everything from how breastfeeding support has changed since I had my eldest daughter to meds and chronic conditions. Listen here In Conversation with Dr Wendy …–Breastfeeding Matters by La Leche League GB – Apple Podcasts In […]
Neuropathic pain – gabapentin, amitriptyline and pregabalin and Breastfeeding
On my mission again today to write information on the frequently asked questions by mothers and professionals. Neuropathic pain affects many mothers with chronic conditions and the data is not easy to find. I hope this information, much taken from my book, is useful. If these fact sheets are proving helpful in your practice maybe […]
Eye preparations and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/eye-preparations-and-breastfeeding.pdf This is largely based on information from my book Breastfeeding and Medication (Routledge). For any queries please email wendy@breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk To minimise the absorption of any drug into the blood stream naso-lachrymal occlusion (pressing over the tear duct to close it off) as the drops are instilled can be applied. Absorption of eye drops […]
Risankizumab and Breastfeeding
Risankizumab is a monoclonal antibody marketed under the brand name Skrizi™. It has a large molecular weight around 146,000 Da and therefore limited oral bioavailability. Due to its pharmacokinetics it is unlikely to enter milk and in the gut, it would be rapidly metabolized by proteases in the infant’s stomach and intestines. Mahadevan et al […]
Vomiting in pregnancy whilst still breastfeeding
PDF of this information is available at: https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/hyperemesis-and-breastfeeding-feb-2023-.pdf See also The Management of Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (Green‐top Guideline No. 69) – Nelson‐Piercy – 2024 – BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology – Wiley Online Library The Management of Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (Green-top Guideline […]
Ashwagandha and Breastfeeding
Ashwagandha is an herb reputed to have numerous health benefits, including stress relief, improved sleep quality, enhanced physical performance, and cognitive function support. See https://patient.info/features/diet-and-nutrition/ashwagandha There appears to have been no research on use during breastfeeding and as such is generally not recommended during lactation. I am no expert or fan of herbal medicines I […]
Topical Minoxidil and Breastfeeding
Minoxidil was originally designed as a blood pressure tablet, but it was found that a side effect was to promote hair growth. It is now marketed as a topical solution to promote hair growth under the brand name Regaine™ amongst others. It is applied twice daily to affected areas of the scalp. If topical minoxidil […]