https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:17:46 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624988 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:40:33 +0000 MarieJ 624988@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Char_Em: thank you! I'm on my way home now. My boss was very understanding, thankfully! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624899 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:14:20 +0000 3littlebees 624899@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MarieJ: Go home! I think you've shown your boss that you are more than professional by showing up at work today and being there this long. We've all been where you are and know how miserable you are feeling, so I give you major props for making it this far...I would've stayed home :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624841 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:04:02 +0000 MarieJ 624841@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sarac: thank you :) I'm going to continue breastfeeding to make sure she's protected. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624575 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:03:12 +0000 sarac 624575@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>She is LESS likely to get it if you breastfeed. I've done this twice now, and my baby got a very weakened version the first time, and nothing the second time. Sucks so much for you, though, so sorry! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624467 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:34:48 +0000 MarieJ 624467@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mossyslane: thank you! I'm going to pick some up on the way home.</p> <p>Do you all think it's completely unprofessional to leave for the rest of the day sick? My boss has told me I can, but I don't want to look lazy or have the other workers think I'm getting special treatment. I really feel awful! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624442 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:30:27 +0000 mossyslane 624442@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MarieJ: I wasn't able to keep down anything for the first 12 hours, and then slowly was able to drink gatorade, gingerale and water. My supply is still a bit down (I'm still pumping less when at work) but it is making a comeback. Also, took Immodium which is safe for breastfeeding and helpful. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624402 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:20:57 +0000 MarieJ 624402@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Char_Em: I'm trying to keep hydrated, but everything is upsetting my tummy even more. Even sprite. I've also notice I haven't pumped as much today. Pity party for 1 :(</p> <p>@mossyslane: I'm so sorry you &amp; your husband experienced this too! I wouldn't wish it on anyone. My supply has definitely taken a hit. I'm not pumping anywhere near as much as I usually do. Fluids are upsetting my tummy more &amp; all of my coworkers think I'm pregnant again because I keep running to the bathroom to throw up. I hope this passes quickly ;( </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624339 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:08:32 +0000 mossyslane 624339@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was JUST in your boat this past weekend (both me and my husband were down w/an awful bug, possibly food poisoning) and it was awful. The good thing about this kind of stuff, though, is that it is generally very quick and you'll likely feel so much better in 48 hours. As everyone is saying, definitely nurse as much as you can. Because you'll be losing so much fluid, your supply will likely take a hit, too. The first 12 hours of a stomach bug are generally the worst, and I had a hard time keeping anything down, and so I had hardly any milk. Try your best to press on, nurse frequently, and take in fluids as you're able to. In terms of not having your baby catch it, I used real bleach to clean the bathroom frequently and then didn't have her go in there at all--I gave her her baths in the kitchen so that she would avoid any of the germs in there. </p> <p>Best wishes--you'll be back on your feet soon. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624291 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:00:07 +0000 3littlebees 624291@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Definitely keep breast feeding, and remember to drink lots of fluids and keep super hydrated. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624190 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:13:25 +0000 anonysquire 624190@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MarieJ: oh ok, that makes sense. You poor thing though! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624185 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:12:08 +0000 MarieJ 624185@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anonysquire: thank you! The only reason I went is because it's my first official week back after maternity leave. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624179 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:10:55 +0000 MarieJ 624179@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@grizz: I'm not on there, but would love to be! Will you please msg me the info? I'll check WB in a little while. Thank you! And check your wall :)</p> <p>@mediagirl: @sorrycharlie: I was thinking that I should continue. Thanks for the confirmation!</p> <p>@mediagirl: thank you for the link. I'll def check it out!</p> <p>@MamaMoose: unfortunately, I'm back at work today :( I didn't want to call in on my first week back. This sucks! Hopefully, I'll get better over the weekend. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624167 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:05:53 +0000 anonysquire 624167@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh no :( hope you both get better soon! You are so brave to go to work while sick! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624163 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:03:01 +0000 MamaMoose 624163@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yup keep breastfeeding so she gets your antibodies to the virus! My doc told me pepto bismol is fine while breastfeeding. However, he said that the virus just needs to get out of your system so taking pepto to stop the vomitting and diarrhea will actually just extend the illness. So if you can just stay home and let it pass that's the best option. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624153 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:58:25 +0000 mediagirl 624153@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Here is some info: <a href="http://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/illness-surgery/mom-illness/" rel="nofollow">http://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/illness-surgery/mom-illness/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624150 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:57:39 +0000 sorrycharlie 624150@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I heard it's better to keep breastfeeding/pumping because you pass antibodies to LO, but I don't have personal experience with that!</p> <p>Hope you guys feel better soon! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624149 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:57:12 +0000 mediagirl 624149@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Definitely keep breastfeeding. The milk is great for your baby and helps her stay healthy even if you are sick. Keep pumping that milk and feeding it to her, she will not get what you have from your milk. I'm SO sorry you are sick. I went through this and it was horrible (feeding the baby was so tough when I kept having to run to the bathroom!) I hope you get over it soon. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624145 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:56:16 +0000 Boheme 624145@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Are you on the Breastfeeding Moms of (Insert our city here) page on Facebook? If not I can message you my info on WB and get you added. A mama who is a good friend of mine just asked this question about a week ago on there. They told her to keep breastfeeding like usual, and keep pumping like usual, but to limit her contact otherwise. They said it would actually help keep him from catching the bug! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/stomach-virus-while-breastfeeding#post-624135 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:52:37 +0000 MarieJ 624135@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Let me caution you before reading that this post will more than likely be filled with TMI.</p> <p>So, I'm pretty sure DH &amp; I have a stomach virus. We both woke up this morning with aches, chills, diarrhea, and We've each thrown up a few times. Can I not breastfeed my baby or is she more likely to catch it if I do? I'm also pumping at work, so do I need to pump and dump. I can not afford her catching whatever it is that we have. I would feel awful Knowing I'm the cause of her getting sick for the first time. Any advice?<br /> Any medicines I an take to clear it up quicker that are safe while breastfeeding?</p> <p>This is my first official week back at work and I'm pretty sure I caught it there and gave it to DH :( </p>