I would recommend that the mother have blood testing done, and not just a
thyroid cascade *where they do one test, and if that is abnormal, they do
another, etc.*, but instead have a whole panel done. Then, she can have
replacement of whatever is low, thyroid-wise. If she is deficient enough in
thyroid, chances are that she will not successfully become pregnant, ...
That is what I've been told, anyway...and it makes sense. I would suggest
replacing with medication, ..there are options. Armour thyroid is one
option, synthroid another. Some people need T3 replacement as well. I
would suggest that she be checked several times during pregnancy, as this
can make previously stable thyroid levels fluctuate.
Having tried to manage thyroid difficulties for 18 years, I have settled on
armour thyroid myself, but I do get checked frequently, and adjust
medication as necessary. I would not take a chance with herbal preparations,
just because I feel so lousy if things are not well managed...but that is
just my own opinion.
Kathleen
Kathleen Bruce RN IBCLC
Independent consultant: Breastfeeding Clinic of Vermont, Lactation
Resources of Vermont, Medela, Inc. Listowner Lactnet listserv
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