Health and Safety Guide for Breastfeeding and Pregnancy

Breastfeeding mothers often have questions about the safety of supplements like melatonin and maca. Monitoring diet, managing tender nipples, and understanding medication interactions are key to maintaining health for both mother and baby.

Cough Syrup While Breastfeeding

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Peter Mitchell

Most over-the-counter cough syrups present no serious risk to you or your baby while breastfeeding. However, according to advice from the Food and Drug Administration, you should always speak to your doctor before taking cough syrup or medication while nursing. Chemicals from cough syrup can pass into your breast milk.