This sheet is about exposure to codeine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is codeine? Codeine is a medication most often used to treat pain or cough. It belongs to a group of medications called opioids. Opioids are sometimes called narcotics. Some commonly used codeine products also contain other medications, such as acetaminophen. For more information about acetaminophen, please …
The Baby Blog: Cold & Flu
Fever | Hyperthermia
This sheet is about fever and hyperthermia in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare providers. What is a fever? Fever refers to a temporary rise in body temperature, usually due to an illness. A person's typical body temperature is around 98.6oF (37oC). In pregnancy, a body temperature over 101oF (38.3oC) can be of concern, especially if it lasts for a long period of time in very early …
Colds & Flu
Sniffling & Sneezing Your Way through Colds & Flu when Pregnant or Breastfeeding Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to colds and the flu 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. The common cold may have you looking for medications you can use to treat symptoms such as cough, sore throat, …
Ho, Ho, Ho, Who Wouldn’t Go? Holiday Travel in the Time of COVID-19
Chelsea’s chat came through late on a Wednesday afternoon: “Hi, I’m 23 weeks pregnant and have plans to visit my family in a different state this holiday season. My sister just had a baby and is breastfeeding, and my grandparents will also be there, so I want to be as safe as possible with COVID-19 still spreading. What do you think I should do?” With Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa all quickly approaching, questions like this are coming into our chat service more frequently. …
Ibuprofen
This sheet talks about using ibuprofen in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is ibuprofen? Ibuprofen is a pain reliever drug that belongs to the group known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) commonly used to treat arthritis, headaches, muscle aches, fever, and menstrual cramps. The brand names for ibuprofen include Motrin®, Advil®, and Nuprin®. Ibuprofen is also an …
