Medication Management in Lactation-A Pharmacist Education Pilot Project: Part one survey.

Background: Pharmacists as the most accessible health professionals can serve as an important resource on medication safety for breastfeeding women. Previous research suggests that a barrier to pharmacists providing optimal pharmaceutical care for this population is a lack of knowledge.

Objective: To evaluate pharmacist perceptions and barriers related to medication management of patients who are breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding and the Pharmacist's Role in Maternal Medication Management: Identifying Barriers and the Need for Continuing Education.

Breastfeeding offers a multitude of benefits for infants, mothers, and society. Exclusive breastfeeding of infants is recommended for at least the first 6 months of life. Although transfer of drug into breastmilk can occur, most medications are safe to use during breastfeeding.