This sheet is about having asthma in a pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is asthma? Asthma refers to inflammation (swelling and tightening) in the airways of the lungs. When an asthma attack happens, it is difficult for air to pass through the lungs which leads to symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and trouble breathing. Asthma cannot be cured but is often managed with medication in …
The Baby Blog: Allergies
Fexofenadine
This sheet is about exposure to fexofenadine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare providers. What is fexofenadine? Fexofenadine is an over-the-counter antihistamine. Antihistamines reduce the symptoms of allergic reactions and colds, including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itchy throat. Fexofenadine has been sold under brand names such as Allegra® and Aller-Ease®. The medication …
Atopic Dermatitis | Eczema
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, …
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 …
