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Herbal Use During Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding Medicine , Vol. 0, No. 0.
Source: Breastfeeding Medicine - September 19, 2017 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Philip O. Anderson Source Type: research

Perspectives and attitudes of breastfeeding women using herbal galactagogues during breastfeeding: a qualitative study
Conclusions: This study has enhanced our understanding of the perspectives and attitudes of breastfeeding women towards the use of herbal medicines, in particular galactagogues, while breastfeeding. The positive attitudes of breastfeeding women identified in this study highlight the need for further research into evaluating the safety and efficacy of commonly used herbal galactagogues, whilst the negative views on breastfeeding education should be taken into consideration when implementing or improving breastfeeding-related health policies.
Source: BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine - July 2, 2014 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Tin SimH HattinghJillian SherriffLisa Tee Source Type: research

The Impact of Previous Pregnancy Loss on Lactating Behaviors and Use of Herbal Medicines during Breastfeeding: A Post Hoc Analysis of the Herbal Supplements in Breastfeeding InvesTigation (HaBIT).
Conclusion: Overcoming the social taboo of pregnancy loss and training healthcare professionals for an adequate management of the perinatal period are essential for an effective and safe care. Despite the common use and advice on CAMs use during breastfeeding, it is important to acknowledge that limited evidence supports their safety and efficacy during such critical period. PMID: 30532793 [PubMed]
Source: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine - December 13, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Tags: Evid Based Complement Alternat Med Source Type: research

Medication Safety in Breastfeeding
Am Fam Physician. 2022 Dec;106(6):638-644.ABSTRACTBreastfeeding is universally recognized as the preferred method of infant nutrition, but is sometimes abbreviated because of fear of harm to the infant from maternal medication. The amount of medication that enters breast milk varies based on the maternal serum concentration and the pharmacologic properties of the medication. When prescribing medications for a breastfeeding patient, those with the lowest risk to the infant should be selected, and dosing should be before the infant's longest sleep interval. Prescribers should use current, accurate resources. LactMed is a con...
Source: American Family Physician - December 15, 2022 Category: Primary Care Authors: Jeanne P Spencer Stephanie Thomas Ruth H Trondsen Pawlowski Source Type: research

The use of herbal medicines during breastfeeding: a population-based survey in Western Australia
Conclusions: The use of herbal medicines is common amongst breastfeeding women, while information supporting their safety and efficacy is lacking. This study has demonstrated the need for further research into commonly used herbal medicines. Evidence-based information should be available to breastfeeding women who wish to consider use of all medicines, including complementary medicines, to avoid unnecessary cessation of breastfeeding or compromising of pharmacotherapy.
Source: BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine - November 13, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Tin SimJillian SherriffH HattinghRichard ParsonsLisa Tee Source Type: research

Breastfeeding practices for newborns among urban poor in Lucknow, northern India: A prospective follow-up study
Conclusion The proportion of neonates being exclusively breastfed was low at 26.2% (95% CI: 23.7%–29.4%). There is a need for promotion of exclusive breastfeeding for all newborns in urban Lucknow, northern India.
Source: Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health - November 1, 2014 Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 12, Pages 11050-11071: The Use, Perceived Effectiveness and Safety of Herbal Galactagogues During Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Study
This study highlighted the importance of considering the potential psychological benefits of using herbal galactagogues, and how this translates into breastfeeding adequacy.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - September 7, 2015 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Tin SimH. HattinghJillian SherriffLisa Tee Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 12, Pages 11132-11145: What Do Breastfeeding Women Taking Herbal Galactagogues Perceive of Community Pharmacists’ Role in Breastfeeding Support? A Qualitative Study
In this study, we aimed to explore the perspectives of breastfeeding women on pharmacists’ role and whether there is potential for role expansion, as well as the facilitators and barriers in meeting their healthcare-related needs in the community pharmacy setting. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 20 Western Australian women who were using one or more herbal galactagogues while breastfeeding. Participants’ views were classified into three major themes: (i) facilitators and (ii) barriers to an increased role of pharmacists; and (iii) implementation of breastfeeding related-services in community pha...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - September 8, 2015 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Tin SimH. HattinghJillian SherriffLisa Tee Tags: Article Source Type: research

Which Benefits and Harms of Using Fenugreek as a Galactogogue Need to Be Discussed during Clinical Consultations? A Delphi Study among Breastfeeding Women, Gynecologists, Pediatricians, Family Physicians, Lactation Consultants, and Pharmacists.
Conclusion: Probably, potential harms and benefits of recommending fenugreek as herbal galactogogue for breastfeeding women seeking recommendations to increase their human milk supply need to be discussed during clinical consultations. Further observational studies are needed to assess what is being discussed in daily consultations when herbal remedies are recommended. PMID: 29849697 [PubMed]
Source: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine - June 3, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Tags: Evid Based Complement Alternat Med Source Type: research

Energy Drinks: Implications for the Breastfeeding Mother
We present implications associated with consumption of caffeine and vitamin-rich energy drinks among breastfeeding women. Product safety, labeling, common ingredients, potential interactions, and clinical implications are discussed. Healthcare providers should encourage breastfeeding women to read product labels for ingredients, carbohydrate content, serving size, and to discourage consumption of energy drinks when breastfeeding and/or taking prenatal vitamins, to avoid potential vitamin toxicity.
Source: MCN: The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing - April 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature: CE Connection Source Type: research

Healthcare providers' role regarding the safe and appropriate use of herbal products by breastfeeding mothers: A systematic literature review.
CONCLUSIONS: Strategic and collaborative efforts between key stakeholders are required to ensure the needs of women who are considering herbal product use while breastfeeding are met. PMID: 31003649 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice - April 22, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Zheng T, Yao D, Chen W, Hu H, Ung COL, Harnett JE Tags: Complement Ther Clin Pract Source Type: research

Use of Herbal Medicines Among Breastfeeding Mothers in Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study
Conclusion: The practice of HM use among breastfeeding mothers in Tanzania is popular to ease breastfeeding difficulties. However, the issue of the safety or effectiveness of HM is still an unknown agenda. This awakens the need to evaluate HM’s safety, efficacy, and quality through pharmacological studies for scientific evidence. Lastly, a clinical guideline should be developed in healthcare settings to promote open dialogues between the healthcare providers and mothers to ensure the safe use of HM.
Source: Frontiers in Pharmacology - April 28, 2022 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Use and experiences of galactagogues while breastfeeding among Australian women
ConclusionsThis survey demonstrates that galactagogues use is common in Australia. Further research is needed to generate robust evidence about galactagogues ’ efficacy and safety to support evidence-based strategies and improve breastfeeding outcomes.
Source: PLoS One - July 1, 2021 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Grace M. McBride Source Type: research

Galactagogues and Lactation: Considerations for Counseling Breastfeeding Mothers
Development of a milk supply is a complex process that is not always understood by women who are breastfeeding. Galactagogues are substances commonly used by breastfeeding women who perceive that they have an insufficient milk supply. They can be herbal substances or pharmaceuticals. Herbal galactagogues are advertised and sold to women as capsules, cookies, milk shakes, and teas, as well as other forms of herbal supplements. Herbal galactagogues are classified as dietary supplements and not reviewed or regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. There are limited data on their safety and efficacy. Women experienci...
Source: MCN: The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing - April 30, 2022 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature: NCPD Connection Source Type: research

A Comparative Study on the Effects of "Honey and Fenugreek" with "Fenugreek" on the Breastfeeding Success: A Randomized Trial
CONCLUSION: The combination of honey with fenugreek showed a significant effect on BFS, while there was no improvement in BFS after fenugreek only uses. Trial registration: the study was approved in the Iranian registry of clinical trials with IRCT ID: IRCT20120122008801N23 on 2019-12-30 (https://www.irct.ir/).PMID:35783511 | PMC:PMC9246572 | DOI:10.1155/2022/6048280
Source: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine - July 5, 2022 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Masoumeh Simbar Soheila Nazarpour Faraz Mojab Farahnaz Kholosi Badr Mobina Khorrami Zahra Jafari Torkamani Hamid Alavi-Majd Source Type: research