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Can Breastfeeding Cause Intoxication In A Baby?

Hi, I breastfed my baby, 4 hours after having had 2 glasses of wine. Baby is 6 months old. To my absolute horror, I noticed he was red in the face and feeling quite hot around the face, although his legs are nice and cool. He seems OK otherwise and reacting as normal. Is this a sign the baby is drunk? if yes, what can I do to help him?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi
Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.
Yes alcohol can go on to the baby through breastfeed
It can be dangerous for the child
Avoid drinking atleast till you complete breast feeding
Wishing your child speedy recovery
Regards
Dr Arun
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Can Breastfeeding Cause Intoxication In A Baby?

Hi Thanks for writing to healthcare magic. Yes alcohol can go on to the baby through breastfeed It can be dangerous for the child Avoid drinking atleast till you complete breast feeding Wishing your child speedy recovery Regards Dr Arun