In this episode of To More Good Days, we explore how migraine is affected during the postpartum period and while breastfeeding. Dr. Susan Hutchinson joins Dr. Nada Hindiyeh and Izac Ross to explain how hormonal shifts, sleep disruption, and emotional changes influence migraine after pregnancy.
We cover:
Why migraine attacks often return after delivery
How breastfeeding impacts the frequency and intensity of attacks
Medications that are safe while nursing
Natural options to support prevention
How to use tools like LactMed to guide treatment choices
If you’re newly postpartum or navigating early parenthood with migraine, this episode offers practical guidance, science-backed insight, and support from headache specialists who understand what you're experiencing.
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