PSS in conversation
A podcast that explores the pregnancy related condition Hyperemesis Gravidarum.
Presented and hosted by Pregnancy Sickness Support charity the only UK registered charity supporting women and their families with this debilitating condition.
In each Episode we will be in conversation with someone who is making an impact, changing care and treatment for sufferers and raising awareness of the condition.
Pregnancy Sickness Supports mission is to improve the experience and alleviate the suffering of all those affected by pregnancy sickness, including hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). We exist to champion the needs of those suffering with nausea and vomiting in pregnancy and HG, and to empower healthcare professionals via evidence based research to provide the standard of care and treatment that all sufferers deserve.
Check out our website at www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk
Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical advice; Pregnancy Sickness Support and the PSS in conversation podcast advises anyone who has listened to the content in this podcast to consult their doctor on anything they might have heard that they would like more information about.
The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy.
The podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.
PSS in conversation
PSS in conversation with.....The Breastfeeding Network & The Drugs in Breastmilk Service
Managing NVP and HG While Breastfeeding
This month, we are excited to share an important new resource: the ‘Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy While Breastfeeding, Including Hyperemesis Gravidarum’ factsheet, now live on The Breastfeeding Network website and fully endorsed by Pregnancy Sickness Support (PSS).
To help spread the word, Marianne Eldridge, PSS Helpline & Support Manager, spoke with Sam Morris, Pharmacist Helper and Clinical Supervisor at the Drugs in Breastmilk Information Service (DiBM), and a longtime volunteer for The Breastfeeding Network.
In this episode, we take you through all lines of medication for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP) and hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), while also discussing the crucial role of advocacy, knowledge, and evidence-based information in managing symptoms and continuing your breastfeeding journey.
Why you should listen:
- Understand which medications can be used for NVP and HG while breastfeeding
- Gain expert insights from Sam Morris on medication safety and support
- Learn about the Drugs in Breastmilk Information Service, which provides guidance to parents and healthcare professionals 365 days a year
The DiBM offers tailored information on medication compatibility with breastfeeding, helping families make informed decisions based on current evidence. The service operates from 8:30am to 8:30pm daily, and you can reach a pharmacist helper via email or their Facebook page.
You can access the DiBM here and here is a direct link to the 'Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy while breastfeeding, Hyperemesis Gravidarum' factsheet.
If anyone has any questions or wants to speak to someone at Pregnancy Sickness Support, please head to our website here.
This episode is full of essential information—do not miss it.
