New Jersey Breastfeeding Coalition

NJBFC is dedicated to promoting, protecting and supporting all families on their breastfeeding journey.

Medications and Breastfeeding

Questions about over the counter or prescription medications while pregnant or nursing?

Infant Risk Line:

Call the Infant Risk Hotline Experts.
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm CT
(806) 352-2519

Latcmed, is a database hosted by the National Institute of Health (NIH). Healthcare providers and families can search for medications and find the latest evidenced based information on the drug and lactation. Your healthcare provider can help interpret the information.

*Always check with your healthcare provider before taking any medications when breastfeeding.

Membership

Your membership will help protect, promote, and support breastfeeding in New Jersey. To join the Coalition, please complete our membership form online. We are a non-profit and flourish on donations. Donations are encouraged but not required for membership. All donations are tax deductible and acknowledgment letters for tax purposes are … Read More »

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Breastfeeding is Important

Breastfeeding and human milk are the normative standards for infant feeding and nutrition. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, followed by continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced, with continuation of breastfeeding for 1 year or longer as mutually desired by mother and infant.

Medications and Breastfeeding

​Many breastfeeding women are wrongly advised to stop taking necessary medications or to discontinue nursing because of potential harmful effects on their infants. There are few medications that are “not safe” when breastfeeding. Ask your local lactation consultant then consult with your healthcare provider.

Getting Off to a Good Start

Getting off to a good start can help ensure your breastfeeding success. Find your local breastfeeding support services by visiting Zipmilk.org.

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