If you have a specific question about the safety of medication or medical treatments while you are breastfeeding and you can't find the information you need on the factsheets you can ask in a private message to the page or by emailing druginformation@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk. Please note that due to insurance and training, we are only able to provide support to people based in the UK. This page is run by a team of trained volunteer pharmacists who all have access to read and respond to messages. We monitor the page to ensure that only evidence based information is shared, this is to ensure the safety of people asking for information. Every situation is different and as trained pharmacists all the volunteers on this page are insured and qualified to answer questions but others may not be. For this reason we ask you to please refrain from posting any general comments about medication on this page. Please remember that as volunteers we will do our best to answer your query as quickly as possible but that it may take a short while for us to reply, especially at busy times. If you message us we may contact you in the future for evaluation purposes. If you do not wish to be contacted about evaluation please let us know. The information provided is taken from various reference sources. No responsibility can be taken by the author or the Breastfeeding Network for the way in which the information is used. Clinical decisions remain the responsibility of medical and breastfeeding practitioners. The data presented here is intended to provide some immediate information but cannot replace input from professionals. If you have any questions or comments about the page you can contact us via development@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk or find more contact information on our website www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
13/11/2025
This World Kindness Day, we want to remind you that a little kindness goes a long way đź’ś
Our peer supporters see it every day - a kind word, a shared story, or a moment of understanding can help a parent feel seen, supported, and confident in their feeding journey.
protect against unplanned pregnancy and most s*xually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis.
Use only water- or silicone-based lubricant with a condom during vaginal and particularly a**l s*x
07/11/2025
✨ Decongestants & Breastfeeding ✨
It’s that time of year - sniffles and colds are everywhere!
A simple and effective way to ease congestion is inhaling steam - try this frequently before turning to medication.
Although tablets, powders, and lemon drinks won’t affect your baby, but they can reduce your milk supply. So they should be avoided while breastfeeding.
Decongestant sprays are just as effective and have no effect on supply, as they only work locally in the nasal passages.
Stay comfy, breathe easy, and keep your milk flowing! đź’ś
Our volunteer pharmacists respond to enquiries every day of the year within the hours of 8:30am-8:30pm - usually within 24 hours.
04/11/2025
This Trustees Week, we want to thank our Board of Directors, whose skill and commitment steer the work of the Breastfeeding Network and help us support families every day. đź’ś
In the summer, during Volunteers' Week, our CEO, Catherine Hine, reflected on the vital role of our Trustees.
"The role of Director- otherwise known as Trustees- is often overlooked. Yet this group are unpaid Non-Executive Directors, responsible -in law- for ensuring a charity is well-run and continually seeks to direct charitable resources to achieving maximum benefit to the public. This is a big ask in the best of times. In the current climate, being a charity trustee is certainly not for the faint hearted."
Thank you for your time, knowledge, and guidance đź’ś
[ID: Thank You to our Board of Directors. Trustees' Week. 3rd-7th November.]
03/11/2025
Mondays are hard - so cut yourself some slack đź’ś
Whether you've survived a half-term of Halloween chaos, another restless night of breastfeeding, or got everyone out of the door on time - you've got this!
Today, we’re celebrating your accomplishments, big and small.
✨Tell us in the comments — what’s one thing you’re proud of today?✨
And if you're not feeling accomplished this morning remember - getting through the tougher days counts as much as the bigger achievements!
Prefer to stay home today, or you just need a quick chat about your breastfeeding journey?
Our National Breastfeeding Helpline UK is here 24/7.
Call 0300 100 0212 or send them a DM anytime đź’ś
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31/10/2025
Happy Halloween to all those celebrating, whether you’re out collecting treats or enjoying a cosy night in with a film!
If you need breastfeeding support tonight, or even early in the morning, the National Breastfeeding Helpline UK is available 24/7!
✨We'd love to see your photos - please share them in the comments✨
[ID: Happy Halloween. Image of a mum breastfeeding in a pumpkin patch.]
31/10/2025
31/10/2025
đź’š October is ADHD Awareness Month!
This year’s theme — “The Many Faces of ADHD” — encourages us to share information and support with everyone who could benefit.
ADHD challenges can feel even stronger during big life changes, such as welcoming a new baby. With less sleep and more to juggle, self-care can be tough.
If you’re wondering about taking ADHD medication while breastfeeding, our factsheet explains which medicines are compatible and what to discuss with your healthcare professional.
Need support feeding your baby?
Call National Breastfeeding Helpline UK on 0300 100 0212 – open 24/7 – or drop them a message 💗
[ID: The Breastfeeding Network Drugs in Breastmilk Information. ADHD and Breastfeeding. ADHD Awareness October 2025. Close up image of a baby breastfeeding.]
If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a s*xual health clinic.
This International Day of Care and Support we'd like to thank our amazing peer supporters for supporting mums and families all year round đź’ś
. and reminding you that we're available 24/7 to provide infant feeding support, no matter what your feeding journey looks like!
đź“ž 0300 100 0212
đź’¬ Send us a DM
Thank you to The Breastfeeding Network (UK) and Association of Breastfeeding Mothers for providing this service.
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This is a page for the Breastfeeding Network Drugs in Breastmilk Information service. You can also find information on our wide range of factsheets available for free on our website
https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets/
If you have a specific question about the safety of medication or medical treatments while you are breastfeeding and you can't find the information you need on the factsheets you can ask in a private message to the page or by emailing wendy.jones@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
This page is run by a team of trained volunteers who all have access to read and respond to messages. We monitor the page to ensure that only evidence based information is shared, this is to ensure the safety of people asking for information. Every situation is different and as a trained pharmacist Wendy is insured and qualified to answer questions but others may not be. For this reason we ask you to please refrain from posting any general comments about medication on this page. Please remember that as volunteers we will do our best to answer your query as quickly as possible but that it may take a short while for us to reply, especially at busy times. If you message us we may contact you in the future for evaluation purposes. If you do not wish to be contacted about evaluation please let us know.
The information provided is taken from various reference sources. It is provided as a guideline. No responsibility can be taken by the author or the Breastfeeding Network for the way in which the information is used. Clinical decisions remain the responsibility of medical and breastfeeding practitioners. The data presented here is intended to provide some immediate information but cannot replace input from professionals.
We do not receive any central funding for this service so we please ask if you find the page useful to consider donating by texting BFNDIBM to 70085 to donate ÂŁ3 (or give any whole amount up to ÂŁ20 by texting BFNDIBM 5 to give ÂŁ5, BFNDIBM 10 to give ÂŁ10 and so on). Alternatively you can donate through our Just Giving page, here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/drugsinbreastmilk
Thank you.
If you have any questions or comments about the page you can contact us via development@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk or find more contact information on our website www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
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You can also ring the National Breastfeeding Helpline to speak to a trained volunteer, 0300 100 0212, 9.30am-9.30pm every day of the year.
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