Posted by postpartum mama on August 31, 2003, at 17:24:23
In reply to SIDE EFFECTS AND BREAST FEEDING, posted by blkvettes on March 3, 2003, at 13:22:57
I realize that the breastfeeding post is from March 2003, but I wanted to put in my two cents just in case someone new reads the thread.
From what I understand, Zoloft is considered the "safest" anti-depressant to use when breastfeeding. I took it while breastfeeding for 8 months and so far have not seen any ill effects on my daughter (she's 15 months now, fingers are crossed!). In my case, I gambled that the benefits of early breastfeeding would outweigh the risks of transmitting Zoloft & Klonopin on to my daughter via breastmilk. My pdoc and I both agreed that taking NOTHING while breastfeeding was not an option since my postpartum depression & anxiety were so severe.
I would not use Lexapro while breastfeeding since it is still so new. I agree that weaning would be preferable, especially with an older baby.
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