Botox and breastfeeding toddler (2yrs)

Question

Hello, I would like to know if anyone here has given botox injections to breastfeeding moms? I recently got botox injections under my eyes and forehead, but I am not worried that this will affect my toddler who is now two. I am still breastfeeding my toddle and I am worried that it may enter my milk. Can someone please provide me with peace of mind.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There are no studies that show a negative impact with botox treatments and breastfeeding. However, it is left up to you. I recommend following up with your Doctor and discussing your concerns. Best, Dr. Emer

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Don't get botox while breastfeeding.  The risk is likely to be small.  However, we simply have no research on this.  For this reason, don't do this again.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks. Botox and breastfeeding has not been studied for safety and long-term effects on children. You should have discussed this issue with your injector before getting injected. Please talk to your physician about when you can resume breastfeeding.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Chris Lowery, DO · Answer

Thank you for your question. BOTOX® Cosmetic is comprised of botulinum toxin, which has been used in medical treatments for decades. The amount of botulinum toxin used in BOTOX® injections is very small compared to the amounts used in many medical treatments; however, there is currently no research proving that the product does not enter the breast milk or affect a nursing child. To be on the safe side, I recommend waiting until you are finished breastfeeding before starting BOTOX® treatments. Good luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There have been no studies done on how Botox will or will not affect pregnancy or a developing fetus. This is why most injectors recommend waiting until after pregnancy and breastfeeding to get Botox. Best of Luck!

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question kworon. Botox is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with
facial expression. The safety and efficacy of Botox has not been tested in women who are breast feeding. For this reason I do not treat nursing women with Botox. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Christian N. Ford, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Unfortunately, there are no research studies available to provide a definitive answer to your question.  For this reason, I do not recommend receiving Botox while pregnant or breastfeeding.  I recommend resuming Botox treatments when no longer breastfeeding.  Please be sure to address any specific questions or concerns to your injector.  Hope this helps and best wishes!

Paul Pietro, MD · Answer

Hello kworon,Thank you for your question. Peace of mind or reassurance cannot be given for a subject matter of which there are no studies or data to support the inquiry. This is one of those areas and thus Botox use while breastfeeding or pregnant is NOT recommended and should be discussed with your injector before any injections are done. Two options to give you piece of mind: 1. Continue breast feeding and hold off on Botox until you are no longer breastfeeding. 2. Stop breastfeeding and proceed safely with Botox.

Richard D. Price, MBBS, MD, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Botox has not, as far as I am aware, been studied in breastfeeding patients. You should have mentioned this to your practitioner - or they should have advised you appropriately. Although the chances are extremely low that any could enter the breast milk, I would suggest you stop breast feeding. Even if the chances are 1 in a million of getting problems, I wouldn't expose my child to this risk.
Richard Price

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

There are no studies regarding this and it is virtually impossible for there to be a problem. But it is better to err on the side of caution so I recommend at this point to stop Breast feeding

Botox and breastfeeding toddler (2yrs)

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