HI Sue Recently worked with a woman who has been on Lithium for many years. Pregnant with her first and on advice had chosen to remain on this throughout pregnancy and also chose not to breastfeed and quite happy with this decision as she wanted to stay 'stable & normal' (her words). Following birth we kept a close eye on the infant for any signs of toxicity- there were none and they went home after an uneventful hospital stay.When I last caught up with five weeks after birth, she was really pleased with her whole pregnancy/birthing/parenting (so far) experience. Especially pleased with her ability to care for her infant as she had severe doubts about this prior to birth. Reflecting on her experience I see many areas where I would have made different choices, but was once again was reminded that the journey truly is for each woman to make her own Cheers (and congratulations) Alesa
Alesa Koziol Clinical Midwifery Educator Melbourne ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sue Cookson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au> Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2007 6:03 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] birth and mental health > Hi, > Do any of you have stories relating to the use of Lexapro and Lithium > (two different women) and birth - particularly homebirths. > Would appreciate any feedback re outcomes and neonatal well being. > Also how the women manage their medication both pre and post birth. > > As usual there is a lot of info out thereand a lot of it conflicting, > > Thanks, > Sue > -- > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
