Ruth,
 
What I've often suggested to moms who are breastfeeding is to put a few  
drops of tea tree oil in a cup and add boiling water, close their eyes (the  
vapors are strong and can irritate the eyes), and inhale the steam.  It  only 
takes a few minutes and can really clear congestion plus the tea tree oil  
is antimicrobial.  Do several times per day.  I would think this  inhalation 
would be safe in pregnancy.  Drinking lots of fluids, as  suggested, can be 
helpful, too.  
 
Barbara Latterner, BSN, RN, IBCLC
 
 
A mother who is expecting to give birth soon is suffering severe  congestion
and cough. She is concerned about whether taking a decongestant  might
suppress colostrum production. What is known about  this?


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