St Johns Wart herbal remedies

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Does it really work for depression. I am breast feeding and have still not taken anything for fear of upsetting babies digestive system and such like....

A lot of people do find it helps, some don't but I am pretty sure you Shouldn't take it while breastfeeding.

I would discuss this with the GP, particularly given you are breastfeeding. My personal belief is that if you are feeling down enough to start self-medicating, it's a good idea to go the docs and get some professional input on it.

There is some evidence that it works in cases of mild-moderate depression.

Don't know about breastfeeding, but my advice is, don't just ask the doctors, ask some of the Mumsnet breastfeeding experts as well, as some doctors don't know much about bf so they always err on the side of caution.