Retinol 1%

I didn’t know you can’t use this when breast feeding?! Is it a definite no no

The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of Peanut.

Oooo I’m thinking about this too. Im teetering on the side of ‘yes’ although the general recommendation is no, I need to read into the research. Will come back here when I’ve found info.

Has it been prescribed?x

Would not recommend any retinol at all whether breast feeding or during pregnancy- too much vitamin a is damaging for babies and fetus’s
I work for Clinique x

Chloe isn’t wrong in sense of topical retinols don’t enter blood stream like oral ones do, but there’s not been enough research into topical retinol and pregnancy/breastfeeding etc which is why it’s a standard not recommended situation.

Like Jess, I’ve worked in beauty too and we wouldn’t treat anyone who’s pregnant or breastfeeding with retinols x

I just avoid retinoids to be safe

I just avoid it full stop for the time being. I won't be breastfeeding forever and they'll still be there when she gets fed up of my boobs!

I believe you should avoid retinol during pregnancy and while breastfeeding

I just didnt use it while pregnant or breastfeeding. There isnt enough research to support using it. Just use alternative skin cares.

in our community

Leaky nappy help

What nappies are you using to stop leaks?? We use pampers ultra dry size 5, and for the past few nights he has lashed through and we’ve had to completely change him during the night. Last night he leashed through twice!! He sleeps on his front and stays leaks through at the top of his leg where the tabs connect. Didn’t know whether to size up, he has a bit of a belly on him but he’s smack in middle of weight guidance so shouldn’t need too

My little one is struggling with sleep

Hey! I'm in need of some advice please girls! My little boy is 20 months turns 21 months in 2 half weeks. He use to sleep through the night now he is waking up every single night in the early morning, I've had to transition him to a toodler bed as he kept climbing out his cot. Just need some advice on what I can do to help him get back in to a sleep pattern?

When do things get easier?

As we entered the 9-12 month stage, my son started crawling and pulling himself up. He also became more clingy and does not play alone, still doesnt sleep through the night, and this week has been sick (so EVERYTHING amplified). I am tired and overwhelmed. Please lie and tell me things get better. 🥺

6 month old autistism

My 6 month old makes no eye contact with me and doesn’t respond when I call him. Can this just be a phase or personality trait as apposed to autism

4 month bed time

What time do you put your babies to bed?
What time do you start your 'routine?'
My LO currently goes to bed around 10.30pm, and I know i need to start bringing it forward. Everytime ive tried, it takes longer for my LO to settle.
We are exclusively breastfeeding. Any advice Mamas?

5.30am wakeups 😫😴

My 15 week old has started waking up about 5.30am and is really hard to settle back down - it’s like he thinks it’s time to wake up for the day. He used to go to bed at 9pm and was up at 8am but now he goes to bed between 7.30-8pm as he’s knackered by then but waking up at 5.30am😴. Any advice to get him to sleep a little longer in the morning?! Even an extra hour would be lovely 🤣