I got Botox and I am breastfeeding. What do I do? I don't want to hurt my baby. Help

I would speak with your pediatrician and obviously keep a close eye on your baby. It is highly unlikely that you will have harmed your child in any way but consult with their Pediatrician to be sure. Botox is not known to be dangerous during pregnancy or breast feeding but there is also no study that has proven it to be safe. We err on the side of safety and recommend no Botox for pregnant or breast feeding mothers. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Botox has not been studied in women who are pregnant, however, many of my patients have had treatment without knowledge of their pregnancy and had no issues. The medication is not absorbed into the body at cosmetic doses and is only effective locally. In my opinion you have nothing to worry about.  theoretically, this medication should not effect you or your baby negatively. Best, Dr. Emer.

Dear Jenny858,  I agree with the other doctors.  The dosage of cosmetic Botox is very small and the toxin does not travel throughout the body to any extent that should harm your baby.  Notify your pediatrician just in case but I would not be concerned. Best