Breastfeeding & Taking Anti-Thyroid Meds

I am taking a moment to pat myself on the back. Why? Well, why not?

I am celebrating this breastfeeding milestone for breastfeeding my little guy to a year and counting! Unlike breastfeeding my other two babies where I encountered common breastfeeding challenges (poor latch and lip tie), I have to deal with something new. I am dealing with thyroid issues and anti-thyroid meds while breastfeeding.

What a surprise this little guy was with his double ties (lip & tongue). We've only had the tongue revised so far. And an even bigger surprise my thyroid! For those of you who many not know, when I was just 4 months postpartum I went to the emergency room and the E.R. doctor found my thyroid enlarged. At 6 months postpartum my labs revealed high levels of thyroid antibodies. By 10 months postpartum I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism caused by Graves' Disease.

I've taken 2 months worth of anti-thyroid meds (59 pills, because I lost one) and having to work to space out my feedings. That makes things a little tricky when you have a baby attached to your breast almost 24/7.

Last Edited: March 6, 2017

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