Allergies and BF - homeopathic suggestions please? (or ANY suggestions!)

[tstasko]

Hello,
Does anybody know of any homeopathic remedies for allergies that would be suitable for breastfeeding?  I have been hit horribly with allergies (never had them before until I got pregnant and looks like they are here to stay!
I asked my pharmacist and she said there is nothing that is suitable for breastfeeding - i didn't have time to go to my natural health store, and will try to do so this weekend - but wanted to see what other breastfeeding mommies are doing?
Any input would be very much appreciated.
Thank you!
Tari (acccchhhhhoooooo!)

[Carter'sMama]

My Ob had told me that things like Claritin and Allegra were ok but to avoid any older drugs such as Benedryl as it woudl make the baby very sleepy (and ummm that's a bad thing??  )  I decided to not take anything and it was HORRIBLE!!!  I know what you are going through 

I would check with another pharmacist or even try calling your Dr.  They may have other suggestions.  I don't know of anything homeopathic (sorry).

[Erin M]

Check with your LO's pediatrician - they're a really good resource when it comes to drugs that are safe to take when BFing -- actually, better yet, check with a lactation consultant -- if nothing else, I'm sure she'll have some good ideas for alternatives to medication if nothing else.

[tstasko]

Thank you both for responding so quickly.  I will definitely check with my LC and with my dd's ped.  And may I say DUH!!   Can't believe I didn't think of that - my head is so fuzzy with all the pollen...guess it seeped through to the brain a little lol
Thanks again!