I had my baby 3 weeks ago. I don't know what's wrong..

Question

with me. I had fever today, and my hands feel a little swollen every time that I lay down. I'll call the doctor tomorrow. I'm breastfeeding and expressing milk too. Can I take a tylenol? thanks

Answer 1

I would consult with your doctor first. Tylenol is safe to take during pregnancy, but what would be your reasons for taking it?

Answer 2

It's not a good sign of a fever go to the doctor as soon as you can the baby could get sick from you.

Answer 3

If you have a fever do not let your baby breastfeed, continue to pump for supply but throw milk away and supplement. You could have an infection.

Answer 4

Call the nurse on call now and they will tell you what to take. You are usually safe with tylenol but it can make the baby sleepy too.

http://www.webmd.com/baby/tc/labor-deliv...

Answer 5

Yes you can take Tylenol and Motrin (Ibuprofen) to help your fevers and swelling. Sounds like you are coming down with something. It happens all the time especially when you have a newborn to take care of because you are up all hours of the day and night and get little sleep. Drink lot's of fluids and try to stay down as much as possible.    

Answer 6

yes, you can take a tylenol.  

Answer 7

sometimes women have allergic reactions to the anesthesia that they used during labor. When you talk to your dr ask about that and as far as I know tylenol is safe to use while breastfeeding but, you really need to be checked soon. I don't think it's a good idea to have your child breastfeeding if you have fever, just in case you have something that is contagious. Hope you feel better soon.