This sheet is about having atopic dermatitis in a pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is atopic dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis has also been called atopic eczema and sometimes just eczema, for short. Atopic dermatitis is a medical condition that can make the skin red and itchy. For most people, atopic dermatitis starts in childhood, but it can also start in adulthood. For some people, …
The Baby Blog: Allergies
Allergies
When Pesky Allergies from Pollens or Pet Dander Cause Problems Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to allergies during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Ah, spring, summer, and fall – beautiful seasons to be enjoyed in much of the world, but they can also be miserable if you are an allergy sufferer! …
Diphenhydramine
This sheet is about exposure to diphenhydramine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare providers. What is diphenhydramine? Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. It is found in many medications, both prescription and over-the-counter. It is commonly used to treat allergy symptoms, and may also be used to treat nausea, motion sickness, insomnia, itchy skin, and tremor of Parkinson’s disease. Some brand …
Episode 23: Allergies and Breastfeeding
Beth Conover, APRN, CGC and Angela Messer, MS join host Chris Stallman, a certified genetic counselor and mom of four to discuss allergy medications while breastfeeding. How can you ensure milk supply isn't affected when taking allergy medication? Is over-the-counter medications safer than prescription allergy medications? Follow along as we talk about these allergy topics. DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded at our 2019 Annual Meeting prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Pseudoephedrine
This sheet talks about exposure to pseudoephedrine in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is pseudoephedrine? Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that is used to treat nasal congestion (“stuffy nose”) caused by colds or allergies. Pseudoephedrine is sold under many different brand names. Pseudoephedrine can be combined with other ingredients to help treat symptoms that may come with having …
