Table of Contents. Breastfeeding While Sick. Breastfeeding a Sick Baby. Tips for Feeding a Sick Baby. When to Call the Doctor. If your child is breastfeeding less and the child is sick: Continue to offer the breast often especially for a younger infant Keep an eye on the number of wet diapers and watch for signs of dehydration Pump or hand express your breast milk to prevent breast engorgement and maintain your milk supply.
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If your symptoms are worsening by 7 days into a cold, you should see your doctor. If you run a fever beyond days, medical care should be sought. Flu-like symptoms are not a normal part of a common cold and may be indicative of a breast infection or other illness. Consult your physician if you experience these.
Otherwise rest and sleep when baby sleeps. If you are ill and not feeling well, you may inadvertently skip feedings or feel the need for someone else to feed your baby. This may cause a decrease in your milk supply. To maintain your supply, make sure you get plenty of rest, drink fluids, and continue to eat three meals a day and three snacks.
It is safe to continue to breastfeed even when you are ill unless your doctor advises otherwise. Your body will produce antibodies that pass into your milk and protect your infant from your infection. Pediatric Clinics of North America February ;48 1 : When you have a contagious illness such as a cold, flu, or other mild virus, your baby was exposed to the illness before you even knew you were sick.
If baby starts getting sick and not wanting to nurse, then see Baby refuses to nurse when sick. Sometimes medications can cause your milk supply to diminish, as well.
Pediatric Clinics of North America February ; 48 1 : Lawrence RA. Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession , 5th ed. Louis: Mosby, Mohrbacher, N. Riordan J and Auerbach K. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation , 2nd ed. Boston and London: Jones and Bartlett, Breastfeeding with Hepatitis C by Dr. Susan Tawia. Products containing paracetamol or ibuprofen can be taken by breastfeeding women. Decongestants Antihistamines e.
Expectorant cough mixtures Medicines containing Guaifenesin can be taken by breastfeeding mothers to relieve a chesty cough. Cough Linctus A linctus is generally a sugary solution but may be sugar free used to soothe coughs and the active ingredients listed need to be considered individually.
Pholcodeine linctus may be taken by breastfeeding women to relieve dry coughs. Lozenges or pastilles to soothe coughs and sore throats Lozenges and pastilles will not produce sufficient absorption of ingredients to pass into breastmilk and can be used by breastfeeding mothers to relieve their symptoms.
Alternative remedies and herbs Echinacea containing products can be taken to increase immunity and help the body to fight symptoms of coughs and colds as can vitamin C and zinc. When babies have colds Babies may want to feed frequently both for extra fluid and for comfort when they have cold symptoms.
Babies with blocked noses may find it hard to feed and may keep coming off the breast. Sometimes babies pull away from the breast and cry — this may be because it increases in the pressure in their ears causing earache. This is particularly common overnight or after a longer sleep. Babies may have a croaky, hoarse cry which is different to normal, indicating a sore throat.
Paracetamol can be given to babies older than 3 months or 2 months after vaccinations. Ibuprofen can be given to babies older than 3 months. Historically paracetamol and ibuprofen were taken together but NICE CG47 recommended that this is not evidence based practice. Keep the atmosphere around the child moist by using vapourisers, steam generators or a damp towel over a radiator.
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