I think there is a school of thought that addresses
pica as being a result of low hemeglobin.  I wonder if
checking her blood count and raising her hgb would
help to curb her need for pica activity.  What do
others think?
Theresa Johnson
Heidelberg Germany


--- Eileen Bochsler <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> I am trying to obtain information about pica and
> breastfeeding. I recently
> saw a breastfeeding mom (baby is six days old) who
> had craving for/consumed
> chalk during her pregnancy and is still having
> cravings for it. She has
> been avoiding chalk since delivered, but continues
> to have cravings for it.
> She is concerned about any possible effects on the
> baby (through the
> breastmilk). I have done some literature searches
> and have been unable to
> locate any information. Does anyone have any
> thoughts or experience with
> this situation.
> Eileen Bochsler, RD, LD
>
>
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