Being drowsy at night could actually be a big problem for the mother of an
infant that needs her frequently 24/7, and depending on the strength of the
effect, could impact co-sleeping decisions.

Any 'natural' remedies that work for hives?  I had what I think was a
reaction to poison ivy on my legs last summer and am blown away that this
mom continues to breastfeed if she's suffering that kind of itching.

Ingrid
LLLL, IBCLC
British Columbia
Canada

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Some over the counter claritin or zyrtec taken daily should work well. 

I think zyrtec works better but about 7 people out of 100 feel drowsy on it.

Of course, taken at night that wouldn't be much of a problem.  Chris

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