Q I'm one month postpartum and my constipation is very bad. I'm breastfeeding—is herbal medicine safe for the baby?
A We can prescribe herbal medicine that is safe during breastfeeding. This is a period when postpartum hormonal changes and weakened abdominal energy worsen constipation, and we treat within a range safe for both mother and baby.
Detailed Answer
After childbirth, constipation is common due to hormonal changes, weakened abdominal muscles, and putting off the toilet because of perineal wound pain. Herbal medicine confirmed safe for mother and baby can be used even during breastfeeding, and in many cases Korean medicine treatment that goes along with postpartum recovery is more appropriate than stimulant laxatives.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At the visit, we look at the time since delivery, whether you are breastfeeding, and your postpartum condition (lochia, perineal pain, stamina) together, composing within a safe range a prescription that can help both maternal recovery and constipation relief.
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